Be Great Graduate Coordinator

Bellevue Boys & Girls Club•Bellevue, WA

16d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

For nearly 70 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue has been dedicated to providing safe spaces for Bellevue’s youth outside of school hours. We focus on serving neighborhoods with the greatest need, ensuring equitable access to life-enhancing programs centered on academics, health, and leadership. Our mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. BGCB is a dynamic organization that works to meet the fluctuating needs of youth and the community. Because of this, we seek flexible individuals who are comfortable in environments where responsibilities and locations may change. Our BE GREAT! Graduate! program works with teens in grades 9-12 throughout the school year and summer months to address academic achievement. Our location offers a quiet, spacious working environment to fit most studying and other academic needs. To ensure academic success, the program also offers one-on-one case management and assistance in identifying and breaking down barriers for specific youth struggling in school. Our goal is to help teens reach their full potential, ensuring they have a successful future.

Requirements

Applicants must have 6 months to a year of previous experience working in a Boys & Girls Club or similar after-school setting.
Demonstrated experience working with youth, parents, and community partners.
Demonstrated experience working in a team environment.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have completed high school; some college experience preferred.
Must pass National Background Check and Driving Record Check.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Responsibilities

This is a Full-time position supervising, mentoring, and tutoring youth in grades 9-12 in our TXL building.
Plan, develop, and implement a specific strategy to ensure the on-time graduation of a targeted group of Club members.
Outreach to families and engage parents/guardians as active partners in the academic progress of teen members.
Engage key school district contacts to assist with programmatic efforts and support individual families.
Build positive relationships with select teen members, focusing on academic success and support.
Facilitate National BGCA programs to augment and strengthen the Be Great! Graduate! Curriculum.
Develop individualized academic progress plans for specifically selected teen members.
Establish and build a teen resource center focused on career exploration, further educational opportunities, and resources for academic assistance.
Recruit volunteers as tutors, mentors, special presenters, and in other roles as needed.
Plan field trips/Club outings to showcase further academic and career opportunities.
Coordinate transportation as needed for specific teen programs and field trips.
Represent the Club and the Be Great! Graduate! Program in the local community, to key stakeholders, and to donors.
Provide program reports, documentation, and evaluations as needed.
May be required to participate in special programs and/or events.
May be required to drive the Club van.