Job Description

Job Description:  YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL: KINDER PROGRAM LEADER

Department: Kinder Program

Branch: Main Branch

Reports to: Area Director & Assistant BD

The Kinder Program Leader is the staff that will take responsibility of the Kinder room, members, and enrichment activities. The Kinder program leader will provide a kindergarten classroom like atmosphere with ongoing scheduled activities. The Kinder staff  will be responsible for creating and planning a variety of activities and programs for the members that will range from education, arts, recreation and technology.

1.   RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Prepare all materials that are needed for the day prior to members arriving.

·         Ensure kinder room is safe and clean before day begins.

·         Complete Accident and Incident reports as necessary.  

·         Submit all documentation in a timely manner (I.E. Meet Deadlines).

·         Participate and reply to emails.

2.   LEADERSHIP

·         Shows commitment, enthusiasm, and dedication to the Club and its’ mission.

·         Practice & Implement the Mission statement, 5 Key Elements and Core Values.

·         Communicate professionally, honestly and fairly with members, school faculty, staff and parents.

·         Must set an example of professionalism in the community.

·         Ensures that the Brand of Boys & Girls Clubs of Fullerton upholds a positive image.

·         Required to sign up for Leadership University on bgca.net and complete webinars.

·         Attends all designated BGCF and Fullerton School District meetings and conferences/trainings assigned by the Director of Operations and Branch Directors.

3.    SUPERVISION

·         Promotes safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.

·         Provides guidance and is a role model to members.

·         All members are treated with respect in all interactions.

·         Employee is always in position to supervise all kids.

·         Provide safe and positive learning environment for the members.

·         Create a structured classroom setting for the members.

·         Keeps cell phone use to a minimum.

·         Supplies are being used responsibly and materials are not being wasted.

4.    DAILY DUTIES

·         Employee is on time to work every day and calls supervisor if running late.

·         If calling out, Employee is to contact supervisor by 10 a.m.

·         Employee follows Dress Code Policy as stated in the Employee Handbook including visibly wearing blue staff shirt daily.

·         Employee will prepare materials for daily activity prior to members’ arrival.

·         Employee is willing to help out with additional tasks and is flexible in regards to helping out in other areas.

·         Posted cleaning schedule is followed daily. Rover duties include the assistance of sweeping daily and mopping on designated days.     

·         Daily decisions are based on Organizational goals, objectives, and policies.

·         Any and all concerns in regards to responsibilities, programs, members, parents, school faculty, staff or Club policies are immediately discussed with Director of School Sites in a professional manner.