Program Instructor (Youth Development Specialist) - Pedersen McCormick Club
About The Position
The Program Instructor prepares and implements programs, supervises club members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area. The role supports the priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character, and Citizenship. The position is part-time at the Pedersen McCormick Club in Chicago, Illinois, with after-school and summer hours and no travel percentage listed. The instructor creates an environment that supports youth development, encourages daily learning and participation in designated programs and events, orients new members to Club opportunities and rules, and provides guidance and role modeling. The role also plans, monitors, and evaluates programs; tracks attendance and participation; maintains a safe and orderly environment; oversees volunteers and program assistants; manages supplies and the program area; and contributes to team operations and training.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- One to two years of Youth Development experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavioral problems.
- Ability to interact with the general public.
- Ability to plan and implement quality learning programs for youth.
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
- Ability to continuously stand, walk, or sit and to function for more than two hours on one's feet.
- Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
- Ability to work in a Club environment with children and to be outdoors occasionally during all seasons.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
- Promote and stimulate daily learning and participation in designated national and special event programs.
- Orient new members to Club programs, special events, opportunities, safety procedures, program rules, and disciplinary rules.
- Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
- Implement, monitor, and evaluate programs, services, and activities for members.
- Develop and post weekly and monthly program plans.
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure member safety and program quality.
- Recognize Club members for program participation and achievement.
- Maintain records tracking attendance and participation.
- Maintain order and discipline of Club members.
- Supervise and train volunteers and program assistants.
- Participate in weekly Club Leader meetings to help ensure a productive work environment.
- Monitor supply needs and order required supplies through approved vendors and within budget.
- Keep the supply room neat and orderly.
- Keep the program area attractive, neat, and clean, and ensure bulletin boards and notices are current.
- Make or recommend needed facility and equipment repairs.
- Help run quality programs as part of a team, including helping where needed or directed; this may include driving the Club van.
- Participate in training and educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Plan with access to counseling services, resources, and referrals.
- Life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions after one year of service.
- Professional development through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives.
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects everyone and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
