Certified Teacher

Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama • Auburn, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Although school as we know it continues to evolve, Boys & Girls Clubs remain committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure all youth have equal access to opportunities, resources, and a safe, inclusive environment. Whether in-person or through innovative programming, Boys & Girls Clubs meet young people where they are—supporting social-emotional development, physical and mental wellness, and academic growth so they can build great futures. As a leading youth services organization, we recognize that our excellence is achieved through talented, motivated, and mission-driven staff. Our employees are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. The Youth Development Professional plays a vital role in delivering high-quality programming and fostering positive relationships with members at Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama. The Summer Learning Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing academic enrichment programming focused on Reading and Math. This includes leading the Summer Brain Gain program and Summer Adventure in Learning curriculum while tracking academic progress through pre- and post-assessments. The Teacher ensures structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support measurable academic improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred (or currently pursuing degree)
• Teaching certification preferred but not required
• Experience working with elementary-aged students
• Strong knowledge of foundational Reading and Math instruction
• Experience administering assessments and interpreting academic data
• Strong classroom management skills
• Ability to engage diverse learners in a structured yet supportive environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills and comfort with data entry
• All candidates must successfully pass a criminal background check upon hire and annually thereafter, submit a Child Abuse & Neglect (CAN) Form, and comply with all Boys & Girls Clubs of America training, screening, and hiring requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement structured Reading and Math instruction aligned with Summer Brain Gain and Summer Adventure in Learning
• Deliver small-group and whole-group instruction primarily for youth in 5th grade and below
• Adapt instruction to meet varying academic skill levels
• Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that reinforce core academic skills
• Support literacy development, comprehension, and foundational math skills
• Administer pre- and post-tests to measure student growth
• Collect, organize, and analyze academic data
• Provide regular progress updates and summary reports to the Clubhouse Director
• Ensure data is accurately documented and submitted in a timely manner
• Support outcome tracking aligned with organizational academic goals
• Maintain a structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment
• Implement classroom management strategies consistent with organizational policies
• Encourage active participation and foster academic confidence
• Promote a culture of curiosity, respect, and achievement
• Ensure all youth protection policies and supervision standards are followed during instructional time
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-youth ratios in coordination with program leadership
• Immediately report any incidents, injuries, or safety concerns according to established procedures
• Participate in required safety trainings and uphold all child abuse prevention standards
• Support emergency preparedness procedures and drills
• Communicate academic progress and concerns to the Clubhouse Director
• Collaborate with program staff to align academic instruction with broader summer programming
• Support integration of academic activities into overall camp structure
• Maintain organized lesson materials and classroom space
• Assist with attendance tracking during academic programming
• Support special academic events or family engagement opportunities as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and organizational needs operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level