Pre-Teen Program Manager

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The Pre-Teen Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events for youth between the ages of 10 – 14. Additionally, the individual in this role will have the responsibility for oversight of program staff, department budget, and a dedicated program space (Pre-Teen Center).

• In collaboration with pre-teen department staff, provide a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Program, ensuring that youth can participate in activities representative of all BGCB core program areas: arts, education, leadership and life skills, sports, fitness and recreation, and technology. Programming may take the form of daily activities, projects, multi-week programs, and clubs.
• Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouse departments as well as staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.
• Delivery of BGCB core programs, activities, and workforce readiness opportunities, including BGCB’s Ready to Work Academy for middle schoolers, Young Leaders, and Torch Club.
• Delivery of targeted specialty programs such as Stand Strong (in partnership with Boston Sports Museum) and Passport to Manhood (BGCA).
• Run/implement Club 13, Yawkey Club of Roxbury’s tween to teen transition program.
• Secure, maintain and monitor budget, materials, equipment, and other resources belonging to the program area.
• Coordinate program partners and consultants who can offer related instruction, support, and guidance to members.

• Manage and oversee BGCB pre-teen program activity standards as determined each year.
• Maintain knowledge of trends in pre-teen education.
• Participate in various evaluation efforts throughout each program year, including the annual member survey.

• Supervise and discipline club members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse (as appropriate).
• Prioritize positive behavior management, social-emotional development and incorporating a DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) lens in discipline and support.
• Maintain a clean and safe Pre-Teen program area.

• Orient, train and supervise pre-teen department staff.
• Provide annual performance evaluations for applicable staff in a timely manner.
• Participate in on – going professional development (trainings, education team meetings, 1 to 1 coaching sessions, observations, and supervision).
• Maintain a high level of professional communication both internally and externally
• Travel between sites and to activities as needed.
• Other related duties (as specified by Club Leadership)

• Healthy Behavior Modeling – Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCB priority. As a result, all staff is expected to model healthy behavior while working with our members.
• Inclusive Environment – BGCB values creating child-friendly environments, where youth/teens of all abilities can be successful and participate. BGCB expects employees to embrace its focus on inclusion of all members, regardless of disability or developmental challenge.
• Continuous Learning – Building the capacity of staff…