Character Development Instructor

Position: The primary responsibilities of the Character Development Instructor are to develop fun and enriching activities for youth (K-8th grade) in order to encourage character development, healthy lifestyles and leadership. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County (BGCHC) program combines recreation and hands on learning to support youth development. This program is also a safe haven for children. An ideal candidate would be high energy, enthusiastic, organized, dedicated to the academic and social enrichment of youth and familiar with NJ State Licensing procedures. This position works closely with other BGCHC staff, parents, volunteers, interns and other community partners.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for preparing hands-on, fun lessons to include character development, healthy lifestyles and leadership.
• Responsible for overseeing tutoring and homework assistance (Power Hour).
• May supervise scheduled field trips.
• Maintains positive and professional relationships with program participants.
• Creates a welcoming and youth friendly space.
• Attends staff planning and/or evaluation meetings.
• Attends trainings to maintain the mandatory annual hours of child care training.
• Maintains accurate records of programming to include daily attendance and activity lesson plans.
• Maintains inventory of program supplies and equipment.
• Ensures compliance with all NJ State licensure rules and regulations.
• Communicates program needs continuously with Unit Director or other designated staff person.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in classrooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person