Program Instructor (Youth Development Specialist) - King 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 organization’s priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character, and Citizenship. The instructor prepares youth for success by creating an environment that facilitates youth development outcomes, promoting daily learning and participation in designated programs and events, orienting new members to Club programs and rules, and providing guidance and role modeling. The role also implements, monitors, and evaluates programs and activities; maintains program plans and participation records; supervises members, volunteers, and program assistants; monitors supply needs; and helps maintain the program area and facility. The instructor may assist where needed, including driving the Club van, and participates in training and educational opportunities. This position is based at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Club in Chicago, Illinois. Work takes place in a Club environment with children, with occasional outdoor work during all seasons. The shift is after-school and summer hours.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree.
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 programs 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 support a productive work environment.
- Monitor supply needs and order required supplies through approved vendors within budget.
- Keep the supply room neat and orderly.
- Ensure the program area is attractive, neat, and clean, and keep bulletin boards and notices current.
- Make or recommend needed repairs to the facility or equipment.
- Help run quality programs as part of a team, including driving the Club van when needed or directed.
- 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.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities, including workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives.
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects employees 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
