Literacy Coordinator

TITLE: Literacy Coordinator
PROFILE SOURCE: Afterschool Program
DEPARTMENT: Programs Staff
REPORTS TO: Member Success Director
FLSA STATUS: Part-time 35-40 hours
STARTING WAGE: $13.50 Hourly

OUR MISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential, as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The development and delivery of literacy programming for grades K-8th. The position will consist of literacy program planning and tracking of member engagement and understanding. The Literacy Coordinator will develop age-appropriate learning activities that will enrich members' academic ability and prepare them to meet state English literacy standards. Must have a background in literacy education or in pursuit of education in the field.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Development and Implementation

1. Create an environment that facilitates academic excellence;

2. Develop educational content;

3. Oversee entire literacy program including data collection; and data tracking for Cayan Software

4. Effectively implement and administer literacy programs with Youth Development Professionals during Power Hour programs.

5. Organize and lead small-group literacy programs as needed.

Communication

6. Communicate effectively via written and oral reporting with the Director of Programs & Site
Directors.

7. Communicate with Youth Development Professionals daily on the needs of youth.

8. Work closely with children.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May be required to drive Club van.

2. Will be scheduled as needed to pick-up afterschool members

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required or in pursuit or in pursuit
• Experience in working with children
• Evidence of skills in programming, organization, curriculum development, communication, advising, and program development
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to deal with the general public
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in education or teaching certificate strongly preferred
• At least one year of a graduate assistantship or professional experience in program administration or teaching
• General knowledge of and experience working with at-risk populations
• Demonstrated experience in organization planning, program development, project management and supervision based on the developmental needs of young people
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities or working conditions required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The following statements regularly apply to the position:

• Employee is occasionally required to return to work in emergency situations on an on-call basis
• Employee is required to possess a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company policy
• Required to travel to other Boys & Girls Club units & sites within the community using personal motor vehicle
• To accomplish the position functions, individual is required to work: o Irregular hours - Occasionally o Afternoons/Evenings -

Regularly o Weekends -OccasionallyDISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Signed by:

Incumbent Date

Approved by:

Supervisor Date

Reviewed by:

Chief Executive Officer Date

2

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.50 per hour

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Muncie, IN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $0