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Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston · 1 month ago

Arts Assistant

Boston, MA

Part-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is a life-changing organization focused on empowering young people. They are seeking an Arts Assistant to help plan, implement, and evaluate arts programs for youth aged 6-18, ensuring a quality and engaging experience.

Association

Responsibilities

Assist in providing a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Arts Program. The Assistant will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc. Individual responsibilities include arts programming including, but not limited to, visual, performing, culinary and literary arts

Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate

Assist in the completion of BGCB’s program active standards as assigned

Participate in collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate

Assessing our impact is critical to our work. All staff is expected to participate in various evaluation efforts throughout each program year, including the annual member survey

When appropriate, assist volunteers and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members

Secure, maintain and monitor materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s). Maintain a safe and clean program area

Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate

Travel between sites and to activities as needed

Other related duties as specified by the Art Director

Qualification

Arts program developmentCPR / FA certificationArts trendsMS Office proficiencyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork abilityFlexibility

Required

High School degree or GED required

Direct experience developing and delivering arts programs for youth; in out-of-school time settings preferred

Knowledge of trends in arts programming, techniques and theory, and utilization of technology in the arts fields

Must be or become CPR / FA certified

Strong interpersonal and communication skills required

Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

MS Office and web competency preferred

Valid driver's license preferred

Company

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to help young people, especially those who need us most, build strong character and realize their full potential as responsible citizens and leaders.

Founded in 1893