School Age Child Care, Lead Staff, Mon.-Fri. 2pm-6pm

Boys & Girls Club of Worcester Inc • Worcester, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Boys & Girls Club of Worcester is seeking a part-time Lead Staff for School Age Child Care. This position is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a broad range of programs for youth aged 5 to 13, while also complying with EEC regulations. The role operates Monday-Friday from 2 pm to 6 pm, excluding school vacation weeks and summer break. This is a year-round position and requires reliable transportation. It is described as an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about working with youth. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Worcester serves over 500 kids daily and is a local organization focused on the needs of the Worcester area, aiming to guide youth toward a fulfilling future by providing an enriched environment that meets their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs. As a non-profit and one of the largest youth development agencies in Central Massachusetts, the organization strives to make a positive impact.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must meet one of the following: Have a bachelor’s degree or an associate degree; and have three months of experience working with school-age children.
• OR Have a high school diploma or equivalent; and have six months of experience working with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.
• OR Have nine months of experience with school-age children including three months of supervised experience at a school-age childcare program.
• Confidence in providing academic support, as needed, to members.
• Competency in navigating remote learning tools, technology equipment and modes of instruction.
• Strong computer skills.
• Communication skills: Informing, Listening, Writing.
• Must pass a criminal offender record information check (CORI), a national background check and be fingerprinted.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the individual schedules of each member, ensuring they are attending as required.
• Guide members through the daily structure of on-line learning.
• Provide classroom supports including material provision, assistance with task completion, and organizing materials.
• Identify members who may need additional personal/family supports and report any identified needs to case management staff.
• Support and prepare students to organize any assigned homework that is required for them to complete for the next day.
• Collaborate and communicate with parents/guardians as needed.

Benefits

• Recognize thirteen holidays annually and centers are closed.
• If the holiday falls on a weekend day, we will be closed the Friday or Monday closest to the holiday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED