Position: After School Program Specialist
Supervisor: Site Director
Status: Hourly/Non-exempt
Work Schedule: Varies according to location
Job Summary
Program Specialists work directly with an assigned group of approximately 25 students, to provide a safe, responsible, well-supervised afterschool program while acting as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. Program Specialists must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for the students they teach. A program specialist’s ability to establish authority through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience, will be required in giving our students the stability and nurturing atmosphere they need to succeed.
The Program Specialist is responsible for planning and implementing lessons that meet Take Flight requirements. Program Specialists are responsible for preparing an engaging and creative learning environment, establishing a positive rapport with members and co-workers, and preparing materials and supplies.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Excellent communication skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Management:
- Ability to create and implement fun and engaging developmentally appropriate activities in the areas of common cores, character development, fitness and recreation, academics/enrichment.
- Plans and implements a variety of daily recreational and enrichment activities that align with BGCO monthly themes for groups; continually interfacing with members, volunteers, staff, and parents.
- Ability to lead and supervise small and large groups by recognizing potential issues and applying established BGCO procedures and problem solving methods as needed.
- Ability to observe member behavior, asses its appropriateness and apply appropriate behavior management techniques, positive redirection, or appropriate corrective action as necessary to support members in making positive behavior choices.
- Ability to lead and supervise small and large groups by recognizing potential issues and applying established BGCO procedures and problem solving methods as needed.
- Ability to observe member behavior, asses its appropriateness and apply appropriate behavior management techniques, positive redirection, or appropriate corrective action as necessary to support members in making positive behavior choices.
- Accurately completes and submits time cards, incident reports, rosters, receipts, and other program related materials in accordance with BGCO policy.
- Identify student needs and communicate to Site Director.
- Assists Site Director in scheduling guest speakers, clinics, excursions relevant to the program.
- Evaluates the program daily to suggest improvement, needs, hazards and/or trends to Site Director for further evaluation.
- Observes members daily to check for bruises, cuts, scrapes, rashes, or other indications of injury or illness to report to Site Director for further evaluation.
- As Wellness Warriors, sets a positive example in food selection, exercise, personal habits, and attitudes.
- Responsible for designated group for duration of program or until replacement Program Specialist arrives – never leave a group unsupervised.
- Responsible for immediately reporting and documenting any and all injuries or incidents utilizing established BGCO procedures for notification to the Site Director and parents.
- Demonstrate reliability and punctuality by arriving on-time for scheduled shift.
- Attendance and participation at all required staff meetings, trainings, and development activities.
Learning Environment:
- Lead a group of approximately 25 students in an instructional setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety.
- Ability to develop and implement age appropriate activities.
- Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy.
- Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for youth.
- Identifies member needs and communicates to Site Director.
- Maintains student safety by ensuring that members are scanning in and out of the program and maintaining an accurate program roster daily. Maintains accurate member attendance rosters with roll call and continuous group counts.
- Ensures age appropriate conversation among members and staff; promote good manners and encourage common courtesies among members and staff.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Program Specialists are expected to actively work, monitoring students at all times.
- Possess reliable transportation to and from Program site.
- Maintain highest degree of confidentiality in staff and member matters.
- Adherence to all organizational site policies and procedures.
- Any additional duties related to the afterschool program as assigned by the Site Director of the BGCO Administration.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This position requires a person who can work with many distractions, interruptions and still accomplish their objectives and meet established deadlines. Resource and equipment management are integral components to make the position successful. Staff and member supervision is a key requirement; the Site Director must be able to implement activities, while maintaining program safety.
- Program Specialists are expected to wear appropriate Take Flight uniform at all times.
OTHER SKILLS:
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, speak, and hear.
- Ability to engage in physical activity with members without limitation.
- Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds.
- Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with staff, public officials, private sector officials, parents, and community leaders.
- Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity with others.
- Excellent organizational and management skills.
- Ability to manage and supervise large groups.
Salary range: approximately $15.00 – $20.00
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to info@takeflightinc.org with the subject line reading: [your last name] – After School Program Specialist. Position opened until filled.