Youth Development Specialist - Chicago, United States - Breakthrough

Breakthrough
Breakthrough
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Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Title:
Youth Development Specialist (Middle School Lead)


Program Area:
Breakthrough Youth Network


FLSA Code:
Exempt, Full time


Reports to:
Youth Education Director


Location:
FamilyPlex, 3219 W. Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60624


MISSION STATEMENT
Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to build connections, develop skills and open doors of opportunity.

***Demonstrating the mission and vision of Breakthrough, the Youth Development Specialist will be a part of the Breakthrough Youth Network. This position will provide excellent, organized and appropriate instruction in the Nettie Bailey Student Achievement After School Program, Summer Day Camp Program, and enrichment related programs for youth ages

The incumbent will perform duties outlined in the position description.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS

  • Work collaboratively with Director/Coordinator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom strategies and curriculum for out of school time program offerings for 5th 8th grade classrooms
  • Prep curriculum, activities, and room arrangements for 5th 8th grade classrooms that align with the quality improvement guidelines
  • Collect, monitor, and evaluate data that relates to student achievement/development and support mid course correction as needed
  • Coordinate middle school grade staff meetings and ensure fidelity across the classrooms
  • Assist in middle and high school evening programs including Mentoring and Teen Night
  • Attend all team meetings as assigned by program Director and/or direct supervisor
  • Assist with managing student behavior
  • Be available to be a substitute teacher with a class of students on an as needed basis
  • Provide data entry into Salesforce, City Span or other sites as required
  • Assist with student transportation and building clean up
  • Work collaboratively with program assistants helping to guide and coach their development
  • Assist with the coordination of out of program time special events, such as: annual family engagement activities, field trips, Awards Celebration, etc.
  • Ensure that routines are carried out in a manner that is prompt and consistent with good youth development principles.
  • Ensure the children's safety through active supervision, effective arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment, and regular practice of fire drills and other emergency procedures.
  • Participate in Breakthrough wide events such as staff meetings, events, and other cross department collaborations
  • Participate in a 20 hours of professional development annually
  • Assist with other duties as assigned by the director and/or supervisor
  • Performs other duties assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED, Associate's or Bachelor's in Social Services, Child Development, Education, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum 1 year experience working with children and families
  • Basic computer literacy and skills in Microsoft Office products required.
  • Applicant must demonstrate strong administrative and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working in a multicultural environment
  • Valid driver's license required

Demonstrated Values

  • Independently follows agency policy and procedures
  • Complete any other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned and required
  • Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
  • Identifies and resolves difficult issues

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of urban issues regarding youth and families.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and problem solving ability.
  • Must have the ability to use initiative, discretion and independent judgment in making decisions.
  • Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
  • Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring correct grooming
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow through, and be comfortable working in a changing environment.
  • Demonstrates willingness to consistently improve work performance through their relationship and guidance.
  • Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities, especially as related to youth, families, poverty, and community development.

SUPERVISION

  • Direction received from the Youth Education Director
  • Has no direct reports.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in a classroom of a public, multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.


Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arm
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