Program Educator/Driver

Girls Inc. of Omaha•Omaha, NE

3d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for girls at Girls Inc. The Program Educator/Driver will act as a positive role model, manage classroom dynamics, assist with safety procedures, and provide transportation for girls. This position requires a high level of energy, the ability to relate to children, and flexibility to assist in various capacities as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma AND a positive reference from a former employer verifying 1500 clock hours of experience in organized activities for young children (youth); OR
College Diploma AND/OR Transcripts indicating 3 credit hours in early childhood education, education, or child/youth development; OR
High School Diploma AND written department plan by a supervisor to obtain 45 clock hours of training in admin, early childhood education, education, or child/youth development in a period not to exceed 6 months from the date of hire.
Must submit to and be cleared by background check reviews.
Must be able to relate to children.
Must be at least 19 years old.
Must possess a valid State of Nebraska driver’s license and be accepted as a driver by Girls Inc.’s insurance company.
Basic computer skills in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in a structured setting.
Candidates who are 21 years old.

Responsibilities

Ensure that Girls Inc. is a welcoming and safe space for girls.
Use a warm and welcoming tone with girls.
Encourage girls’ strengths and curiosity.
Celebrate girls’ successes.
Express confidence in a classroom setting.
Maintain a productive classroom by utilizing appropriate student management techniques and working with the staff team to address classroom challenges and any challenging behaviors from girls.
Provide a safe environment for girls through assisting with safety procedures and drills, maintaining a safe environment for girls to play and learn, and participating in all required safety training.
Serve as a role model for girls in terms of social skills, communication, and conflict resolution.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Complete program paperwork, including daily outcome reports, attendance sheets, etc.
Be ready to step in and assist in any classroom, on a transportation route, on a field trip, or in any other capacity necessary based on staffing levels and day-to-day needs in the centers.
Interact appropriately with girls and ensure that girls follow transportation rules while in Girls Inc. vehicles.
Have good communication with the supervisor regarding any concerns regarding girls on transportation.
Assist girls with meals and snacks as required.
Assist with wiping down/sanitizing high-touch areas of the classrooms as required.
Assist with driving Girls Inc. vehicles to pick up from school or transport girls to field trips and other activities.
Other related job duties and projects as assigned.