TITLE: Education Specialist
DEPARTMENT/CLUB: Operations - Al Lenzmeier West Side
REPORTS TO: Branch Director
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time (non-exempt, with benefits)
SALARY RANGE: $19.23 – $21.63 per hour (DOQ)

The Boys & Girls of the Twin Cities (BGCTC) mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The BGCTC is committed to ongoing strategic initiatives to reduce systemic racism throughout the Twin Cities and has defined ways that the Club serves as an activator in addressing the extreme disparities for young people in the communities we serve. The Club is implementing a program model that directly impacts the educational achievement gap in partnership with teachers/schools and parents/guardians.

The BGCTC seeks an energetic, talented, and passionate candidate to serve as the Education Specialist. The Education Specialist is a member of the Youth Development Professionals team whose primary responsibility is to drive academic outcomes, ensuring all Club members are on track in school.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

• Lead teacher for a small class of elementary age or a middle school group of youth.
• Execute an innovative and comprehensive approach that includes fun and engaging youth development practices, and social-emotional learning methods within an education program, focusing on driving literacy (phonetic/fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) and STEAM.
• Ensure that all educational programming is conducted within quality standards aligned with best practices in youth development.
• Assist in developing academic instructional strategies and techniques to improve academic outcomes.
• Support your team of Youth Development Professionals to drive Club and organizational objectives and goals.
• Other duties as assigned by the Club Director.

EVALUATION & DATA:

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and activities.
• Maintain accurate records of program participation and outcomes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge of the development and administration of youth programs, staff supervision, event coordination, and community partnership.
• Strong partnership development and relationship management skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Candidate must be able to use Microsoft Office and have excellent skills in applicable software.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a company-owned vehicle.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in youth development, education, sociology, or related field preferred, and/or two (2) or more years of experience in community-based youth development programs
• Preferred previous Boys & Girls Clubs work experience as a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of child development and learning.
• Strong partnership development and relationship management skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Candidate must be able to use Microsoft Office and have excellent skills in applicable software.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a company-owned vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to climb stairs, lift at least 25 lbs., be able to stand and sit for long periods of time and be able to walk moderate distances. The occasional repetitive task is required. This is a moderately stressful position that requires the candidate to be in good health.

STARTING DATE: Immediately

HOURS:
During the school year 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Summer 8:00am - 5:00pm
Hours may vary based on organizational needs.

TO APPLY:
If you would like to apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume through our online applicant tracking system at http://boysandgirls.applicantstack.com/x/openings - Click on the appropriate job opening title. This posting will remain open until filled.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.