Youth Development Counselor

Middletown Public Schools•Middletown, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Counselor, reporting to the Site Coordinator and School Principal, will facilitate and support academic, social emotional learning, enrichment and recreational activities in the afterschool program. This is a grant-funded position available at Snow, Spencer, and Beman buildings, with assignments based on District Need.

Requirements

Ability to motivate and engage students in learning activities
Demonstrated Classroom Management and Teambuilding skills
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with individuals, teams and groups (teachers, parents, administrators and support staff)
Must be mobile with the ability to get from one location in the office or work site(s) to other locations in the office or work site(s)
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift or carry objects less than thirty (30) pounds
Ability to perform manipulative skills such as writing and typing
Ability to see and read objects closely, as wiring, labels on equipment, reading/proofreading a report, using a computer monitor, filing and/or retrieving information from a filing system and verifying the accuracy of financial information
Ability to hear normal sounds with background noise, as in using a telephone or radio, distinguish verbal communication and communicate through speech, including using a radio
Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies and techniques and how they apply to school goals and operations
Memory adequate to perform tasks/assignments given over long periods of time
Ability to concentrate on a task for more than 60 minutes

Nice To Haves

Experience with Project Based Learning and STEAM, preferred
First Aid/CPR Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and facilitate academic enrichment and recreational activities that promote personalized student learning and positive youth development
Record attendance
Document and serve snack in accordance with state and federal After School Snack Program regulations
Provide support to students during programming
Supervise students during all aspects of the program, including weekly visits with guest vendors and community providers
Promote positive behavior during all activities and transitions
Manage behavior issues/concerns in accordance with established behavior policies
Work to develop restorative relationships with students that growth mindset and resilience
Participate in staff meetings and Professional Development offered by MPS, and program partners and vendor resources
Other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator or School Principal