Education Specialist/Assistant-Upcountry (Upstate SC) - Boys & Girls Club Crescent Region

Classification: Part-time; Monday-Friday; Dismissal-5:30pm; up to 3hrs; August-May; Summer hours vary

Education Specialist: Certified Teachers - hourly rate $25

Education Assistant: School Staff/Teacher Assistants - hourly rate $15

Locations of positions:

• Abner Creek Middle School
• Beech Spring Middle School
• Berry Shoals Elementary School
• Duncan Elementary School
• D.R. Hill Middle School
• Florence Chapel Middle School
• Lyman Elementary School
• Tyger River Elementary School

General Function:
Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs (focus on the education core area). Promote safety of members, quality of programs, care and upkeep of equipment, and appearance of the Club at all times.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required
College Degree in Youth Development or related field and 3-4 years of program delivery experience. Certified Teachers

High School Diploma/GED/College Degree or working towards college degree from an accredited college/university and 1-2 years program delivery experience. Non-certified teachers/School staff.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Ability to deal effectively with staff and youth
Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of youth development.
BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS
Understand the Club's philosophy, vision, and goals
Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Job Responsibilities
Demonstrate and promote Core Values
Implement Curriculum
Plan and manage the education program that helps youth prepare for the future, and provide opportunities for educational enhancement including:
1. Power Hour (homework help)
2. Tutoring
Provide guidance and role modeling to members
Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas
Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits
Mentor and inspire youth, adults, and volunteers in the creative process
Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance, and program results
Mandatory First Aid / CPR
Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements:
Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours a day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking and writing.

Environment & Working Conditions:
After-school/Recreational settings that include being in/outdoors. Occasional weekend work to support the organization's fundraising events and activities.