Program Specialist - Bradenton Dream Center

WHO WE ARE
The Bradenton Dream Center is a faith-based organization established to provide meaningful
learning experiences and offer opportunities to enrich the lives of students and families
in downtown Bradenton.

MISSION
We provide an after school program that supports literacy, wellness, and spiritual growth in the
students and families that we serve.

POSITION TITLE: Program Specialist

POSITION STATUS: Paid (Hourly): Seasonal-Academic School Year

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: (included but not limited to)

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent working with children
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Previously Volunteered at After School Program/Bayside Kids or equivalent.
• Experience in working with children and knowledge of youth development.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred
• Valid State Driver’s License
• Able to drive a BDC van/minibus as needed.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test
• Experience and ability in creating interactive and educational activities
• Strong Organization, Time Management Skills and ability to set Priorities
• Obtain strong Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, High Level of Energy and Flexibility
• Strong communication, Interpersonal skills, and Attention to Detail
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day

activities

WORK SCHEDULE: Seasonal (Academic School year)

• 2:30PM-6:30 PM (20 hours per week)
• Monday-Friday *aligned with School calendar

REPORTS TO: BDC Program Director

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: (Included but not limited to)

• Create an experience that facilitates the mission and values of the Bradenton Dream

Center.

• Provide Leadership and support for daily volunteer teams.
• Establish rapport with students and provide mentoring, guidance, role modeling to

members and overall direction for their leadership development, artistic skills, physical
activity engagement and academic progress

• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of students,

quality in programs and appearance of the program at all times.

• Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets and other administrative duties
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in Bradenton Dream Center staff

meetings.

• Maintains close, daily contact with Bradenton Dream Center staff (professional and

volunteer), students, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues,
explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; collaborate; and advise/counsel.

• Mandatory cleaning, set up, and closing down of the program area on a daily basis.
• Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day

activities.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: (Included but not limited to)

• Required to stand, walk, and sit. Able to use hands and fingers on a (computer) keyboard

and other office equipment.

• Able to facilitate outside activities.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.