Program Specialist for Youth Program
JOB TITLE: Program Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Boston
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
STATUS: Part-time (20 Hours), nonexempt.
Pay Rate: $16.00-$22.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday -Friday at the Shaw Elementary School, Mattapan 12:00pm-2:00pm. Tuesday and Thursday 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Brooke Charter School, East Boston. 4 hours of preparation and administration time (flexible hours) total 20 hours
OVERVIEW: Girls Inc. of Boston and Lynn, a nonprofit organization, has been operating programs and advocating for girls since 1942. As a member of a national organization, our comprehensive, intentional after-school and out-of-school day programming focuses on developing the whole girl. A combination of long-lasting mentoring relationships, a pro-girl environment, and research-based programming equips girls to lead fulfilling and productive lives, break the cycle of poverty and become role models in their community. We inspire all girls ages 5-18 to be strong, smart, and bold in our in-school and out-of-school-time programs.
Purpose:
Girls Inc. of Boston and Lynn seeks a Program Specialist for an exciting position to deliver Be Bold a cutting-edge curriculum designed to provide girls the opportunity to talk about violence issues at school and among peers, in their communities, and in their families for girls grades 2nd-5th at our School Partner at the Shaw Elementary School in Mattapan.
The Program Specialist will deliver our Strong, Smart and Bold Program, a literacy program that combines fun engaging and joyful programming activities that target critical grade-level literacy benchmarks for girls in grades 1st- 5th at our School-Partner site at the Brooke Charter School in East Boston.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plans and conducts special interest group/activities for girls 5-13 years of age.
- Assists with program planning with other staff members.
- Keeps supervisor informed of problems, concerns, needs, trends and unusual activities.
- Maintains accurate class records.
- Participates in staff meetings and trainings as requested.
- Organizes and maintains assigned work area.
- Assists with program transportation service.
- Carries out other responsibilities as assigned.
- Orders snacks for programs
- Maintains communication with School Partners
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with school aged youth from under-resourced communities.
- A self-starter with the ability to lead teams and foster cooperation.
- Classroom management experience and/or experience facilitating girls’ groups strongly preferred.
- Skilled in communicating and collaborating with school administration and staff and families.
- Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with girls and adults
- Ability to pivot and respond appropriately and with a sense of urgency in critical situations.
- Demonstrated ability to identify needs and develop relevant programs.
- Ability to maintain an inclusive work environment that is respectful and supportive of all communities.
Applications/resumes accepted via email at Dansourlian@girlsinclynn.org
Girls Incorporated of Lynn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, BIPOC, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent on a satisfactory background check including a CORI.