INSTRUCTORS FOR ARTS, S.T.E.M., GYM

School-year seasonal positions with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence
Seeking Instructors to lead activities for elementary school-age children. Various sites available in Providence.
After-school work schedule: Monday through Friday 2:00/2:30 to 6:00 PM (exact start time depending on specific site). There may also be opportunities for morning shifts before school at some sites (7:00 to 9:00 AM).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Must be available Monday through Friday
• Required: Must have verifiable experience in planning and conducting age-appropriate activities in their specific content area.
• Required: At least one year of youth-related work experience with school-age children in a group setting (required), in an urban, diverse setting (preferred).
• Required: Minimum of 12 or more college credits, and currently pursuing additional education if fewer than 24 credits (college transcript required as documentation).
• Preferred: 24 or more college credits (college transcript required as documentation).
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree or higher (college transcript required as documentation).
• Successful candidates in past years have often had work or education backgrounds in Elementary Education, Youth Development, Child Care, Recreation, Arts Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related fields.
• Age 18 or older (required per state Child Care regulations).
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required (can be earned during pre-program training).
• Successful experience working with diverse populations preferred (for example: English Language Learners and students in Special Education programs).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate positively with children of ages 6-12. Positive energy, welcoming attitude, ability to set and reinforce expectations.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures of organization, in behavior management, safety and security, emergency procedures, etc.
• Ability to successfully pass all background checks if a conditional offer of employment is made, including but not limited to: national, state, and local background checks (fingerprint-based); continuous criminal records monitoring during the course of employment; RI D.C.Y.F. and relevant out-of-state child abuse registry clearance(s), employment and education verifications; reference checks; pre-employment drug test (for illegal drugs).

· Plan and lead activities in your specialty content area (Arts, STEM or Gym) for rotating age groups (ratio is 1 adult staff to 12 children)
· Direct efforts of any Child Care Group Leaders or other staff assigned to assist the Instructor.
·Ensure that equipment and supplies are used safely and appropriately.
-Instill BGCP values of positive communication, healthy strategies for conflict resolution, teamwork, fairness, inclusion, etc.
· Supervise members for safety and behavior management
· Plan and carry out ways to recognize and celebrate members’ achievements.
· Instructors are required to incorporate Boys & Girls Clubs of America national programs and resources as a portion of the program schedule.