JOB SUMMARY

Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany is offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team. We rely on the dedication of caring employees to provide a safe, nurturing environment for kids to learn and grow. We take pride in our highly skilled, diverse and committed workforce. Our staff are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders and ambassadors. Join a team of passionate individuals who are working to make a difference for kids. Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany operates a variety of program sites across the city. This position is part of a team-oriented Club staff dedicated to our theory of change and is responsible for planning, organizing and implementing academic and enrichment classes for members ages 6 to 13. Experience working with small groups (10-15 students), regular classrooms (20-30 students) and across classes (40+ students) is essential. This position will be required to implement a summer program with a focus on academic and enrichment instruction. Additional responsibilities may include: meeting with other club staff, inventory and purchase of materials, upkeep of area and participating in ongoing professional development.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQURED  

• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others in a professional setting
• Strong organization skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Solid working knowledge of youth development principles and guidance techniques, including experience working directly with teens
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to recruit, train, supervise, motivate staff, and create a team culture that is positive and fun.
• Strong computer skills
• Relationships Internal: Maintain daily contact with Club staff, including full time, part time, program and volunteers, to discuss issues challenges and opportunities; provide and receive information as warranted; provide guidance and discipline to members; maintain weekly contact with Director of Programs & Outcome Measurements
• Relationships External: Maintain contact with other youth-serving agencies and parents of members and other youth served.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Valid (state) driver’s license
• Meet the eligibility of insurance company regulations for operating Club vehicle(s).
• Environmental and working conditions: All work is conducted in a Club setting, indoors and outside. Limited travel is required.
• Physical and mental requirements: Demonstrated ability to: maintain a high energy level; be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; regularly speak clearly and hear the spoken word; good reasoning abilities and sound judgment; must be able to lift and move objects has heavy as 40 lbs.; ability to get along with diverse personalities