Education Director

Boys & Girls Club•Oakland, CA

8h•$52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Education Director plans, leads, and evaluates supplementary education and educational enhancement programs at the Clubhouse. The role ensures programs are safe, engaging, and aligned with Youth Development Outcomes, while supervising staff and volunteers, maintaining program quality, and managing departmental budgets. The Education Director oversees day-to-day program activities, establishes objectives consistent with organizational goals, and evaluates programs to ensure they respond to member needs and account for gender and cultural diversity. The position maintains safe and organized program environments, monitors expenses and records, supports events and cross-departmental programs, promotes Club programs, and builds relationships with members, families, schools, and community partners. The role requires regular presence at the Clubhouse during program hours, with some evening or weekend activities as needed. Additional duties may include program preparation, event setup, or transportation of materials. The organization’s mission is to help Oakland youth become positive contributors to society through outcome-driven Club experiences and youth development programs.

Requirements

Must hold current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must pass a background check and fingerprint verification.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the day.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee Clubhouse supplementary education programs that support Youth Development Outcomes.
Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
Oversee daily program activities, ensuring participation, instruction, and constructive feedback to develop members’ skills.
Provide leadership that supports members’ conduct, safety, and development.
Evaluate programs to ensure they respond to member needs and consider gender and cultural diversity.
Maintain safe, well-organized program environments, including proper equipment maintenance and compliance with health and safety standards.
Monitor program expenses and keep spending within approved budgets.
Oversee record keeping, including attendance, activity logs, and participation outcomes.
Support special events and collaborative programs across departments.
Direct and support program staff and volunteers, ensuring they uphold BGCO standards for safety, inclusion, and youth engagement.
Promote Club programs through schedules, announcements, event notifications, flyers, and other communications.
Build relationships with members, families, schools, and community partners to enhance participation and program visibility.
Represent BGCO at school and community events, including outreach activities promoting Club programs and the organization’s mission.
Work with the Branch Director to strengthen partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local partners to expand youth program opportunities.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Branch Director.
Assist with program preparation, event setup, or transportation of materials as needed.