Youth Program Instructor

The YouthVantage Alliance • Fort Worth, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Girls Inc. of Tarrant County is dedicated to inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold through evidence-based programs. The Tarrant County Kids program is an esteemed childcare program that supports working families by providing a safe and nurturing after-school environment for children aged 4-12. Our licensed care services are offered in collaboration with elementary schools in Arlington, Fort Worth, and Lake Worth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to communicate with youth and foster their participation in program planning, problem solving, and decision making.
• Ability to provide professional references and clear extensive background checks.
• Maintain certification in first aid and CPR and current tuberculosis screening.
• Possess reliable transportation and a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to fill in with coverage at other sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Successful work experience of at least one year in childcare of another child-based field.
• Formal education in special skill area of social work, education, recreation, psychology, or sociology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Site Supervisor to plan and facilitate fun activities with students in our programs.
• Ensure the safety and security of the students during activities to include off campus field trips.
• Keep supervisor and TCK Manager informed of problems, concerns, needs and unusual activities in a timely manner.
• Assist with program planning with other staff members.
• Maintain a respectful attitude towards organizational leadership, coworkers, students, parents and school employees.
• Maintain an attendance at work of 95% or higher and is on time regularly.
• Maintain a positive work ethic.
• Assume daily responsibility without constant supervision.
• Share upkeep of program facilities.
• Assist the Site Manager in maintaining students’ attendance records.
• Participate in periodic assessment of own performance.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings as requested.

What This Job Offers

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