Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley ยท 3 days ago
Pre-K Youth Development Associate - Lonsdale Elementary
Lonsdale Elementary - Knoxville, TN 37921
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expBoys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is seeking a Pre-K Youth Development Associate for their Lonsdale Elementary location. The role involves implementing activities and lessons to promote learning opportunities for Pre-K club members in a safe and fun environment.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Assist with teaching the fundamental concepts Pre-K club members need to know for kindergarten, such as identifying numbers and letters, socializing well with others, and working effectively in a classroom structure
Help provide them with the necessary tools in social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language skills to better prepare them for Kindergarten
Create opportunities for hands-on methods of learning, such as artistic expression, free play, and storytelling
Assist with lesson planning that addresses early childhood education requirements
Instill a sense of respect and discipline, so that club members work effectively in a classroom setting
Ensure activity rooms is clean, safe, and well-organized
Communicate with parents and teachers to ensure that each club member is progressing according to their needs
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state organization and center standards
Provide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards
Provide mild disciplinary action to youth
Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events
Help oversee volunteers serving within the club
Qualification
Required
21+ years of age
High school diploma or GED required
Must pass local, state, and national criminal background checks
Must pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug tests
CPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent conflict resolution skills
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations
Ability to effectively collaborate, staff, directors, youth, and the community
Ability to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needs
Efficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phones
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds
Ability to remain active and energetic for 6+ hours
Preferred
3+ years of experience with youth preferred
Company
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley
Serving over 7,500 members at 25 Clubs in Knox, Blount, Loudon, Claiborne, and Anderson Counties.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bart McFadden
President & CEO
Melissa Birkholz
Chief Financial Officer
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