Student Mentor - Boys and Girls Club Orange

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast is a dynamic, innovative, youth-serving organization that is committed to helping all children build positive, lifelong memories, achieve their greatest potential, and inspire future generations. Mentor Coaches’ primary responsibility is to ensure every child has a safe, first-class after-school experience. This is done by acting as a positive, engaging adult role model, teacher, coach, and mentor. Mentor Coaches must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach, inspire, encourage, and impact. Student Mentor Coaches will work directly with a Mentor Coach to oversee an assigned group of approximately 20-25 students. Boys & Girls Club Locations include: West Orange Elementary: 243 S Bush St, Orange, CA 92868 Sycamore Elementary: 340 N Main St, Orange, CA 92868 Taft Elementary: 1829 N Cambridge St, Orange, CA 92865

Requirements

High School Diploma (provide proof upon interview).
Have a drive to work with a diverse group of students from different socio-economic backgrounds and levels of educational preparedness.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
Must pass Live Scan Fingerprinting and CRA background check.
Proof of negative TB Test valid within the past 3 years from hire date.
Must have transportation to and from work

Responsibilities

Commitment to Safety
Contribute to the environment of safety through the learning, implementation, and monitoring of all safety-related best practices, policies, and procedures.
Promote accountability to safety through consistent observation, adherence to all safety rules and practices, and proactive communication among members, parents, peers, and leadership.
Obtain and maintain Mandated Reporter training and complete annual Child Abuse Prevention training.
Complete training and participate in all Emergency Preparedness protocols, including drills and communication practices.
Support Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast’s mission, “To ensure every child has mentors and champions in life.”
Work as a tutor/mentor in an After-School Enrichment Program, providing homework assistance, academic enrichment, and fitness using curriculum and materials provided by the Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast. This also includes making sure the classroom is clean upon your shift departure, which could include sweeping and wiping down tables.
Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through reliability, punctuality, appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
Demonstrate program leadership skills through group expectations management and effective practices of the Club’s Guiding Principles: respect each other, respect the Club, try your best, and have fun.
Approach behavior as communication by practicing positive reinforcement and implementing strategies that help members identify and correct challenging behaviors.
Plan, organize, and prioritize programmatic deliverables, including safety practices, curriculum, and individualized member engagement.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers in a way that enhances safety, supports our “Blue Culture”, fosters transparency, and invites opportunities for learning and growth.
Develop program delivery skills in a way that fosters engagement and learning while building upon the mentor-mentee relationship.
Participate in staff development and training activities.