Job Title:

Arts Coordinator

Job Hours:

Monday-Thursday 2:30-7pm and Fridays from 11:30am-5:00pm

Non-school days: 12 -5pm

Salary:

$12-14 per hour

Reports To:

Director of Youth Services/Youth Services Coordinator/Site Director

How to Apply:

Applicants can apply by and filling out an Employment Application and submitted it along with a resume to Andrea Prichard at [email protected]

Primary Function:

Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs with a primary  focus on the arts. Implement, supervise and evaluate all arts programs for members ages 6-12.

Position Responsibilities

• • Effectively administer programs and activities for youth age 6-12.
  • Develop lesson plans, and implement programs according to the plans.
  • Maintain an inventory of all program equipment and supplies.  Recommend purchases.
  • Recruit and encourage members to participate in the Boys & Girls Club of America Fine Arts Program.
  • Help to implement a drop-in-center Art Show for the National Fine Arts Competition.
  • Display member’s artwork around the drop-in-center.
  • Promote Arts Room programs to members at the drop in center such as, but not limited to Image Makers, Sculpting, drawing, creative writing, etc.
  • Recruit and encourage members to participate in Performing Arts programs.
  • Implement performances for the center, and in the community
  • Promote programs to members at the drop in center such as, but not limited to all types of dance, theater, singing, composing, poetry and more.
  • Initiate new programs.
  • Develop and maintain community partnerships for program collaborations.
  • Implement and enforce all Club rules and policies with the members.
  • Ensure a safe, healthy and positive environment in the Arts Rooms, Theater as well as the rest of the drop in center.
  • Maintain and utilize appropriate and adequate equipment for programs.
  • Actively supervise and engage members at all times.
  • Increase visibility of Club programs
  • Follow established policies and procedures of the drop-in center.
  • Model and encourage positive and constructive behavior of all members.
  • Do safety checks of your program area and equipment and report any findings.
  • Maintain and a clean and safe environment of assigned program area.
  • Monitor and evaluate programs in conjunction with the Director of Youth Services
  • Participate in scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
  • Staff must wear their ID badge and a BGC shirt.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure a team based work environment by communicating effectively and positively with supervisors, co-workers and volunteers.
• Make recommendations regarding members’ needs, program ideas, and facility needs.
• May be asked to participate in special programs and or events. These events may be scheduled at times when the Club is not open.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work scheduled hours.
• Experience working with youth ages 6-12
• Ability to effectively operate a computer and programs used by the Club.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.