School Age Education Coordinator

About Boys & Girls Clubs Of Boston

Since 1893, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston has played an essential role in opening doors and creating opportunities for young people across this city. For every youth in Boston and Chelsea, we are a life‑changing force that empowers and encourages future talent to reach their full potential as productive citizens and leaders, inspiring them to make a difference in the Greater Boston community.

By reaching 22 of 23 communities throughout Boston and Chelsea, no other youth‑serving organization engages more young people and families.

School‑Aged Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring appropriate and effective academic programs are developed, implemented, and evaluated for members ages 6 to 12. The individual will serve and advocate for club members in this age group by providing high‑yield and targeted support in homework help, core content programming, and developmentally appropriate literacy and STEM programming. Additional responsibilities include oversight of program staff and program budget.

• Responsible for all aspects of the school‑aged education program including program planning and implementation, supervising staff, maintaining the budget, implementing agency policies, and securing additional resources when appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and document year‑round education programs, activities, and events that adhere to Common Core State Standards, 21st Century Skills, and BGCB education practices.
• Participate in collaborative programs and events with BGCB education staff and partners.
• Act as liaison for curating relationships with program partners and volunteers.

• Actively participate in BGCB Formula for Impact:
  Academic Success Initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of trends in education, including specific programming, career exploration, professional development, and curriculum design.
• Monitor and coordinate an academic incentive and recognition program for the school‑aged education department.

• Supervise and discipline club members participating in programs and services.
• Monitor and support members at risk of failing a grade or dropping out of school.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and academically enriching environment.

• Orient, train and supervise education department staff, including work‑study students, junior staff, and volunteers.
• Provide annual performance evaluations for applicable staff in a timely manner.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, training sessions, team meetings, coaching sessions, observations, and supervision.
• Maintain a high level of professional communication internally and externally.
• Travel between sites and to activities as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Healthy Behavior Modeling – teach youth the importance of an active, healthy lifestyle.
• Inclusive Environment – create child‑friendly environments where all youth, regardless of ability, can participate.
• Continuous Learning – participate in annual professional development opportunities that cultivate youth development skills.
• Safe Spaces – ensure the club remains free from sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1–2 years experience developing and delivering programs for youth, and 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of trends in school‑aged education‑specific programming and activities, professional development opportunities, curriculum design, and related resources.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and web competency.
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Flexible to work clubhouse hours, especially as seasons and service needs change.

• Experience in out‑of‑school‑time settings.
• 3–5 years direct experience and 2–4 years supervisory experience.

Travel between sites and to activities as needed.