Student Success Mentor - Lodge Elementary

Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a lasting impact on young lives? Join the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville as a Student Success Mentor and help shape the future of our youth in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment!

Who We Are

As "The Positive Place for Kids," we provide guidance-oriented character development programs for youth ages 5 to 17, led by professional staff. Our mission is to nurture self-esteem and growth by instilling a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence, and competence in every child. Through interactive programs and activities, we empower young people to develop self-confidence and reach their full potential.

The Student Success Mentor (SSM) will have duties within the Lodge Community School (K-8) day and assigned duties within the Boys & Girls Club program after school. SSM’s will be assigned to a grade band (K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8) during the school day to assist teachers, mentor and buffer in classrooms, along with assisting lunch and recess duties, planning periods and other activities when needed. During the Boys & Girls Club after-school program this position will be planning, implementing, and supervising club member activities. Along with evaluating activities provided within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship. SSM’s will work the school calendar year within the school and complete the year with BGC summer program.

This position will primarily work dayshift hours Monday through Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:

• provide direct care to students, helping them achieve established and measurable goals within the classroom and Club.
• promote and stimulate Club program participation;
• provide guidance and role modeling to students and members.

Program Development and Implementation

2. Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members.

3. Assist teachers and other school personal as needed throughout the school day.

4. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the Club area at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.

Supervision

1. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings and training sessions.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in working with children.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public of any socio-economic and ethnic background and youth age group.
• Valid State Driver’s License and good driving record. Agreeable to obtain a driver's license if not currently held.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED:

• Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of teaching/mentorship of elementary-aged children.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions certifications.

For more information visit our website at https://bgclubevv.org/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $42,000