Program Facilitator

Girlsorporated Of Greater Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

3d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Our comprehensive approach to whole girl development equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow up healthy, educated, and independent. Informed by girls and their families, we also advocate for legislation and policies to increase opportunities for all girls and address the systemic barriers that impede girls’ success. Job Summary The Program Facilitator is a position that facilitates Girls Inc. programming at one of our multiples program sites, which include center-based, school based and weekend programs. At all times carries themselves as a role model/mentor to girls that includes promoting their well-being, development, confidence, and success. This individual motivates and inspires girls to be active participants in program activities; promoting their long-term participation in Girls Inc. and providing evaluation and feedback to ensure program relevance for girls. Desired qualities include patience, compassion, consistency, creativity, and motivation to excel. We require direct experience working with girls ages 6-18 and a demonstrable understanding of child development. The Program Facilitator also must demonstrate maturity and have excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills.

Requirements

Associate’s degree
21 or older Clean driving record
Capable of driving 15 passenger van
Minimum of three years’ experience working in a youth organization or a related field
Experience working with girls ages 6-18
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with children and to foster their engagement in problem-solving and decision-making
Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and volunteers, and to facilitate collaboration among people with diverse backgrounds and skill levels
Flexibility in hours and ability to problem solve
Strong attention to detail
Able to work effectively with minimal direct supervision
Afterschool/Summer Youth Program: 1 year (Required)
Lesson plan/curriculum development: 1 year (Required)
Youth Development Program: 3 years (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher
Teaching skills and/or experience
Highly organized, technologically proficient, and creative
Bilingual Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach research-based, age-appropriate programs and curricula using programming developed by Girls Inc. as the cornerstone of instruction.
Provide high quality, comprehensive Girls Inc. experience and programs to girls in school settings
Work with our partner schools to gain student record information such as attendance, behavior and academic information
Design and implement mission-related activities and events.
Maintain a high level of professionalism and attention to quality in all aspects of program delivery and work in general.
Maintain positive outcomes and program/concept comprehension from girls.
Prepare program goals and objectives around signature GI programs , which will be approved before implementation and evaluated at end of each session by the Program Director
Ensure program goals and outcomes are evaluated, analyzed and formally reported each semester.
Collaborate with other youth and human-serving organizations to develop and implement quality programming as needed.
Participates in conferences, forums and workshops that supports professional development and expands skills and knowledge base in the various areas of youth development.
Remain current on issues related to girls and children.
Operate in accordance with the policies and procedures of Girls Inc.
Work cooperatively with other staff and supervisors.
Participate in staff meetings and peer workgroups to share ideas and concerns and works collaboratively with other staff to meet agency and program area goals.
Uphold and rules and safety regulations when working at a center, school or outreach site.
Provide timely responses to all requests for information and all meet all deadlines provided.
Other duties as assigned.