SUBSTITUE SITE GUIDE at BIG THOUGHT

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Supervision, Activity Planning, Communication, Teamwork, Safety Management, Social Skills Development, Positive Interaction, Flexibility, Bilingual Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Position Type: Part-Time, Seasonal Job Shift: Afternoon: 2:00-6:00pm JOB DESCRIPTION: SUBSTITUTE SITE GUIDE Location: Varies in DFW area Reports to: Site Specialist Department: Unified Delivery Position Type: Part Time/Non-Exempt Days: Mon-Fri Hours: 2PM-6PM Supervision: No About the Role: Provide a safe, caring, and enriching environment for groups of youth participating in an in-school or after-school program. Supervise and engage students in activities such as social development, play, and academics. About Big Thought: Big Thought equips youth to imagine and create their best lives and world. The secret that makes our work uniquely effective is the powerful combination of our social and emotional focus, experiential learning, community-centered partnerships, with a future focus. Throughout our 30+ year history of innovation, Big Thought has become a national model in arts education, out of school time systems, summer learning and juvenile justice intervention. Now, we’re one of six community partnerships in the U.S helping scale national best practices in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). We take direct-to-youth programs and resources to communities with the greatest needs and share our evidence-based best practices with other nonprofits and organizations through a suite of consultation services including professional development, curriculum design and technical assistance. #Big Thought Way: Big Thought brings relentless optimism, innovation, and imagination to everything we do. We emphasize the need to center youth and use a collaborative, all hands-on deck approach to ensure that they are served well. Starting Pay: $18 hourly Hours: 2-6PM, must be flexible About the Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be responsible for building a positive rapport with youth, co-workers and leadership that demonstrates Big thought values. What the Role Entails: Responsible for assisting site leadership in ensuring the safety of youth at all times, inspecting and maintaining facilities and equipment Keep a consistent headcount of all children present following Big Thought’s protocol. Plan lessons, activities, and games through the lens of Big Thought’s Creator Archetype. Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and supervisors. Assist in the planning and facilitation of events, performances, and other program-related events, including holiday celebrations. Demonstrate consistent positive interaction with all children, treating them with dignity and respect. Articulate clear expectations and hold children accountable for abiding by them. Help children develop positive self-esteem and a sense of self-worth. Model and utilize teachable moments to reinforce appropriate social skills. Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Site Specialist. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma required. College coursework in recreation, child development, or a related field is preferred. Attend and participate in professional development opportunities, specifically regarding creative learning, offered by Big Thought. Demonstrate commitment to implementing Big Thought instructional strategies. Flexibility to work a varying schedule. Part-time, 20-25 hours per week. Work may vary by season and will coincide with the hours of programming operations. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: To perform the duties of role successfully, you may regularly be required to: sit, stand, or stare at computer screen for long periods of time; participate in external activities; use various office equipment, some manual; work in environment with loud sounds, multiple distractions, and interruptions; be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures on occasion. Note: WE VISUALIZE A WORKPLACE THAT PROVIDES AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE. WE BELIEVE A BASELINE REQUIREMENT TO ACHIEVE OUR VISION IS EVERYONE TREATED WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT –REGARDLESS THE ISSUE AT HAND. Employees of Big Thought are expected to participate in mission driven activities, meetings, committees, etc. BT is based on a team environment and an openness to always “lend a hand” as appropriate to another employee. All employees are required to adhere to BT policies and procedures. All employees may expect to perform duties as assigned. In addition, all employees may be assigned “other” duties in the spirit of teamwork.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing a safe and enriching environment for youth, supervising activities, and engaging students in social and academic development. Additionally, the candidate will assist site leadership in maintaining safety and planning events.