TK Specialist

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands - Riverside Redlands, California, United States

About this position

 TITLE: TK – Kinder Youth Development Specialist (full-time, non-exempt)

 

Salary Range: $21.00

 

DEPARTMENT: Programs

 

REPORTS TO: TK Site Coordinator

 

 

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

 

TK Youth Leaders work with members in grades TK-Kindergarten and sometimes 1st grade at the Boys & Girls Clubs Hansberger Clubhouse. Our TK Youth Leaders make a positive impact in a child’s life every single day. Youth Leaders are role models and mentors. Together with their team, they work to foster the 5 key elements of Boys & Girls Clubs: A Safe, Positive Environment, A Sense of Belonging, Fun, Opportunities and Expectations, and Recognition. (This is a contracted position partnering with Redlands Unified School District staff to work on the school calendar schedule.)

 

Key responsibilities include:

 

  • Maintain a staff-to-member ratio of 1 staff to 10 members.
  • Must be available to work between the hours of 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Driving the Club vans to transport youth to and from school.
  • Motivate and encourage program participation with members.
  • Provide homework/academic support.
  • Provide a safe environment for members through active supervision, setting clear expectations and maintaining clean program areas.
  • Create an engaging, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment for members.
  • Provide constant, active supervision; implement and follow BGCGRR behavioral guidelines.
  • Provide guidance, affirm positive behavior and act as a role model and mentor to members.

 

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

 

  • High School diploma or GED, required.
  • Degree in Childhood Education or 48 Early Childhood Education credits, required or a passing score on the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) test. 
  • Knowledge of youth development stages, is required.
  • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to plan and implement quality activities for youth.
  • Ability to organize and supervise youth in a safe environment.
  • Candidates must be 18 years or older.
  • Valid State Driver’s License and Current Auto Insurance.
  • Must clear Background checks, Drug Screen, & Employment Physical.
  • CPR & First Aid Certifications - required within 90 days of hire (we provide certification courses).

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    WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

     

    • Physically able to work with children (capable of bending, squatting, twisting, and standing on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. 
    • Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, carts, and file cabinet drawers and reach overhead. 
    • Ability to lift 25 lbs. and multi-task. 
    • The job requires about 50% walking, 30% standing, and 20% sitting.

     

    Note: This position will be in-person working at the Hansberger Clubhouse and providing transportation for youth. We are taking all necessary precautions to ensure our employees' safety.

     

    Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside provided the following inclusive hiring information:

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

  • Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly workplace.

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    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.


    Salary Information

    $21.0 - $21.0 Hourly Wage