Program Instructor, In School

Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas • Dallas, TX

80d

About The Position

The Program Instructors will assist GSNETX in the organization, delivery, implementation, and assessment of the Community Partnerships in school program. In collaboration with local schools, nonprofit or community organizations, the Program Instructors will facilitate girls' grades K-12 through a quality Girl Scout Leadership Experience that is aligned with, and results in, Girl Scout leadership outcomes, promotes Girl Scout and GSNETX values, and incorporates the principles of girl led, experiential and cooperative learning.

Requirements

• Bilingual (preferred, but not required).
• Must be available between 8am-4pm (M-F), some Saturdays.
• Education background preferred. Girl Scout and Nonprofit experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of best practices in nonprofit and/or education.
• Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school graduate with at least 2 years of work or volunteer related experience or some college.
• Knowledge of ability to work with adults and students grades K-12th.
• Knowledge of Girl Scout Program and Traditions helpful, but not required.
• Ability to communicate and work with minimum supervision and integrity.
• Demonstrates and promotes a climate of courtesy, respect, and professionalism.
• Public speaking experience.
• Ability to care for technology that is assigned.
• Ability to manage a class size up to 25, per adult.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Adheres to the GSNETX's equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies.
• Must hold membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
• Attendance is an essential job requirement.
• Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
• General knowledge of Dallas as a city, the cultures, and needs inherent in urban areas.
• Genuine concern for the future and well-being of girls that have various socio-economic barriers.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various schools or other locations to facilitate programs and events which promote the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
• Facilitate programming modules, including virtual or live-stream events and activities.
• Serve as a role model/mentor for participants in behavior and attitude while following the Girl Scout Promise and Law and GSNETX policy and procedures.
• Facilitate Girl Scout traditions and encourage Girl Scout ways.
• Assist in providing opportunities for participants to experience personal and group success.
• Remain focused on girl experiences and processes and how they impact short and mid-term outcomes.
• Assist with pre- and post- event support, including program/event planning, check-in, check-out, attendance, post reflective feedback administration, supply coordination, set-up, and clean-up.
• Ensure participants understand and follow safety and education procedures.
• Assist in the care of the physical facilities and equipment.
• With guidance from supervisor, design, create, and implement programming that is high quality, robust and deliberate in design.
• Research, collect, and communicate examples of high-quality programming.
• Create, review, and revise curriculum as necessary.
• Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem-solving.
• Responsible for the collection of program material correspondence, reports and emails including registration, attendance, agreements, and permission slips.
• Communicate effectively with girls, parents, partner staff and community.
• Assist with promotion of Community Partnership programming modules and girl participation.
• Ensure programming remains outcomes-focused and meets the objectives and goals of the program.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and direction given by supervisors.
• Attend essential meetings and trainings.
• Correspond with teachers, staff, parents, and caregivers as needed.
• Collaborate, distribute, and collect program feedback forms.
• Assist with council-led activities and events as assigned.
• Assist, participate and mentor girls during the Cookie Program.
• Gather program supplies needed for lesson/activity.
• Coordinate and assist in field trips, special events, and take-action projects.
• Serve as site representative for GSNETX at partner sites.
• Identify and communicate partner sites needs to Supervisor.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• CPR/AED and First Aid training and certification provided.
• Safety, Child Abuse, and Child Neglect training provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED