Make a Difference in Children's Lives Every Day!

Are you passionate about working with school- age children and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for them to learn and grow?

 Join our team as a Before and After School Care Staff Member!

We are seeking caring, dependable, and enthusiastic individuals to support our before-school and after-school programs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on children's daily experiences while being part of a supportive team.

Position Details:

• Job Type: Part-time
• Schedule: Before-school and after-school shifts ( MON - FRI | 6:30 - 8:00AM and 2:00PM - 6:30PM)
• Location: We are located within schools in Fort Worth and Keller ISD -  Park Glen , Willis Lane, Walker creek, Trinity Basin Prep, Liberty, Keller Harvel, Freedom, Florence, Caprock, Shady Grove, Ridgeview, Lone Star, Bluebonnet, June Davis, Lily B Clayton, Burton Hill, Tanglewood Elementary. 

 What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Part-time morning and afternoon shifts.
• Childcare benefits for eligible employees
• Opportunities to develop valuable childcare and education skills.

General Function and Description:

The Youth Development Specialist 20 is responsible for facility and child safety, administrative compliance, programming, and childcare operations. At school sites, youth receive targeted services in a safe, supportive environment from staff who believe in the organization’s mission. The Club experience focuses on three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Positive Citizenship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Childcare Operations

• Supervise children and maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
• Plan and participate in age-appropriate games, crafts, and recreational activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental growth.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, and program activities.
• Communicate effectively with families and team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging program space.
• Follow established safety procedures and program policies.
• Accountable for ensuring members are checked in/out properly utilizing childcare management systems
• Accountable for following all licensing requirements mandated by the State of Texas

Facility and Child Safety

• Accountable for adherence to all organizational health and safety policies and implementation of all safety practices and procedures at assigned site
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect members, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities. Abide by facility maintenance protocols and procedures to ensure compliance
• Accountable for reporting incidents and completing documentation within required timeline
• Maintain discipline, de-escalate conflict between members and/or others 
• Obtain and renew CPR and First Aid certification by deadline

Administrative Compliance 

• Complete all required reports and administrative duties on time. 
• Collect and manage required data and internal and external reporting. Ensure accuracy of data and reporting. Ensure the effective completion of all assessment and measurement activities of programs
• Comply with all administrative policies and procedures, processes and controls
• Accountable for accurate and timely collection and review of membership application
• Accountable for accurate and timely paperwork, reports, and data entry
• Accountable for utilizing all BGCGTC communication tools regularly and effectively

Programming

• Accountable for assigned programming and activities
• Accountable for quality programming and activities and implementing YPQ techniques
• Accountable for promoting and maintaining a culture of safety in program area(s)
• Accountable for assigned special programs and initiatives

Relationships

• Be a positive role model
• Maintain emotional control and make good decisions under pressure
• Represent the Boys & Girls Club in a positive manner

Attendance

• Regular attendance is required; arrive on time, work required hours/shift, and leave at scheduled time

NONESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Complete all other duties as assigned

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent; some college preferred
• Minimum 6 months experience working with youth 

Minimum Qualifications Requirements:

• Ability to work during program hours 
• A genuine interest in working with school-age children.
• Ability to be a positive role model
• Ability to establish rapport and build relationships
• Ability to relate to at-risk youth
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
• Must be able to pass agency background screens and drug screen at any time

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to facilitate, teach, or instruct
• Bilingual 
• Currently certified in CPR/First Aid
• Knowledge of various program areas such as healthy lifestyles, culture and arts, academics, social development and teen interests
• Work experience with or program knowledge of the Boys & Girls Club Movement (national and/or local Club) is an advantage