Classification: Part-time (25 hours/week)
Reports to: Program Director

Primary Function: 
Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Education Coordinator will develop and lead academic enhancement activities in a trauma-sensitive environment. This includes, but is not limited to, tutoring and homework support for youth and teens ages 6-18. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and assess activities that enhance academic success in mathematics and language arts.
• Develop appropriate instructional programs, materials, and resources that respond to members’ needs and address their age, gender, and cultural diversity.
• Work with a variety of internal and external teams to promote learning and facilitate Education around new initiatives.
• Promote and stimulate members’ program participation.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
•  Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members. 
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality in programs, and appearance of Clubhouse at all times.
• Implement program assessment and evaluation through talking to members, participating in observations, administering surveys, and reflecting on teaching practice.
• Oversee proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdown of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any problems/issues.
• Build collaborative working relationships with staff and parents.
• Supervise and mentor Teen Volunteers.
• Ensure productive and effective work environment.
• Monitor program areas to ensure member safety.
• Communicate with Program Director and staff about class schedules, program needs, objectives, etc.
• Attend and participate in special programs, events, meetings, and training. 

In addition to the specific professional job duties, must also possess the ability to:
• Be passionate about working with kids!
• Have experience leading young people through activities, following their curiosities and interests.
• Have skill and knowledge in some combination of the following: mathematics, language arts, social studies, humanities, science.
• Be resourceful, thrifty, and creative with materials, resources, and supplies.
• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials, and other community members.
• Be self-motivated, industrious, and confident in taking initiative.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with co-workers, parents, and children.
• Be dedicated to social justice & culturally responsive teaching.
• Represent the Club positively in the community. 

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• A minimum of one year’s experience working with youth.

• Effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook Mail, and Outlook Calendar.

• Strong knowledge of and experience in literacy and mathematics.

• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

• Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance and criminal background check.

Disclaimer:  
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. 

To apply for this position, please send your Resume AND Cover Letter to rwatters@alamedabgc.org.