Reading Success Academy Team Lead

Reading Success Academy Team Lead role at Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

Reading Success Academy Team Lead

REPORTS TO: Director of Reading

STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt 10-30 hours per week

Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates reading tutoring activities within the educational program, focusing specifically on literacy development and reading skills enhancement. This role involves developing engaging reading materials and instructional strategies tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. The Team Lead will assist in achieving organizational and program-specific goals related to literacy and educational growth, fostering a supportive and effective learning environment for all participants.

• Assist in curriculum development specifically for reading tutoring.
• Manage and mentor a team of interns, providing guidance and support in their tutoring activities, ensuring they contribute effectively to the overall literacy development objectives.
• Ensure diverse and accessible programming on a daily basis.
• Conduct regular assessments to monitor students’ reading progress and ensure they are on track to meet their academic goals.
• Provide leadership in developing and implementing reading-focused programs, alongside other educational activities as determined by Director of Reading.
• Foster an environment conducive to achieving Youth Development Outcomes.
• Encouraging student participation in reading programs and related activities.
• Assessing the reading needs of new members and facilitating their integration into the program.
• Offering guidance and serving as a role model for students in their literacy journey.
• Participate in organization-wide events that promote literacy and educational growth within the Club.
• Engage in special programs and events that enhance reading and literacy development for members.

Required:

• Bachelors/Masters in Education or related field
• Knowledge of computers at beginning level of Microsoft Office and Google
• Excellent communication skills
• Must pass a background check, fingerprint, and physical examination

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or Certification preferred, or working toward degree in related field
• Teacher licensing or Paraprofessional Licensing
• Understanding of youth development principles, with a specific focus on literacy growth
• Experience working with children and/or youth in an educational or tutoring capacity
• CPR and First Aid Certifications

• Ability to maintain close, daily contact with BGC staff, interns, volunteers, and youth members to exchange information, discuss concerns, and clarify guidelines and instructions.
• Skilled in instructing, advising, and counseling students to support their academic growth and literacy development.
• Proficient in providing tutoring and mentoring through one-on-one interactions and group activities to foster a positive learning environment.
• Ability to motivate youth and address behavior challenges in a constructive manner.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to supervise members in a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with youth and collaborate effectively with team members and volunteers.
• Capacity to engage in open communication to address issues, promote program participation, and enhance the overall educational experience.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

The noise level is usually minimal to moderate. This description is a summary of the functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Please send your resume to tbecker

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.