Program Educator​/Driver

Description

Job Title:

Program Educator/Driver

General

Purpose:

Works directly with girls ages 5 to 18, delivering programs and supervising activities to support the mission of “inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.” Works in Girls Inc. centers in both North and South Omaha.

Essential Functions:

Must be able to deliver engaging lessons to girls which includes being able to read, comprehend, and deliver a variety of lesson plans. Lessons may cover a wide variety of topics including literacy, science, math, arts & crafts, physical fitness, and more. Must be a consistently safe driver.

• Ensure that Girls Inc. is a welcoming and safe space for girls.
• Use a warm and welcoming tone with girls.
• Encourage girls’ strengths and curiosity.
• Celebrate girls’ successes.
• Express confidence in a classroom setting.
• Maintain a productive classroom by utilizing appropriate student management techniques and working with the staff team to address classroom challenges and any challenging behaviors from girls.
• Provide a safe environment for girls through:
• Assisting with safety procedures and drills.
• Assisting the staff team with maintaining a safe environment for girls to play and learn.
• Participating in all required safety training.
• Participate in staff development opportunities when appropriate.
• Serve as a role model for girls in terms of social skills, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Complete program paperwork, including daily outcome reports, attendance sheets, etc.
• Substitute – Be ready to step in and assist in any classroom, on a transportation route, on a field trip, or in any other capacity necessary based on staffing levels and day-to-day needs in the centers.
• Interact appropriately with girls and ensure that girls follow transportation rules while in Girls Inc. vehicles.
• Have good communication with the supervisor regarding any concerns regarding girls on transportation.
• Assist girls with meals and snacks as required. Assist with wiping down/sanitizing high-touch areas of the classrooms as required.
• Assist with driving Girls Inc. vehicles to pick up from school or transport girls to field trips and other activities.
• Marginal Functions:
  Other related job duties and projects as assigned.

During the school year, hours are 1:00 p.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Summer hours average 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Schedules may vary when the girls have school holidays or parent-teacher conferences. Schedules may vary during training weeks. There are occasional opportunities for additional weekend or evening hours.

• Have a High School Diploma AND a positive reference from a former employer verifying 1500 clock hours of experience in organized activities for young children (youth); or
• Have a College Diploma AND/OR Transcripts indicating 3 credit hours in early childhood education, education, or child/youth development; or
• Have a High School Diploma AND written department plan by a supervisor to obtain 45 clock hours of training in admin, early childhood education, education, or child/youth development in a period to not exceed 6 months from the date of hire; and Must submit to and be cleared by background check reviews. You must be able to relate to children. Preference is given to candidates with experience working with children in a structured setting.
  
  Must be at least 19 years old.
• Drivers must be over 21 years old. Must possess a valid State of Nebraska driver’s license and be accepted as a driver by Girls Inc.’s insurance company.

Computer – basic skills in Word and Excel. Classroom tools and supplies as part of program delivery. Copier and fax.

15-passenger van or mini-bus.

• Must be able to sit/stand/walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift 15 – 20 lbs.
• Able to communicate, to hear clearly, and see clearly.
• High energy is required to work with children.