Education Director
Full Time • Newton
Benefits:
- Retirement Plan
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
About the Role:
Join the JOHN M BARRY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB as our Education Director, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of our youth. We are seeking an innovative leader who is passionate about empowering children through engaging programs and activities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement educational programs that align with the club’s mission and goals.
- Oversee the curriculum and ensure it meets the diverse needs of members.
- Lead and mentor a team of educators and volunteers to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and implement data-driven improvements.
- Coordinate with parents, schools, and community organizations to enhance educational offerings.
- Manage the education budget and allocate resources effectively.
- Organize workshops and training sessions for staff and volunteers.
- Promote a culture of inclusivity and respect in all educational initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in educational program management.
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for youth development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate with diverse groups.
- Knowledge of best practices in education and youth programming.
- Ability to analyze data and implement strategic improvements.
Core Competencies
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with staff and parents.
- Demonstrates trustworthiness, responsibility, enthusiasm, creativity, energy, and dependability.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask.
- Ability to supervise support staff, volunteers, and interns, and evaluate their performance.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment.
- Demonstrates creativity and persistence in problem-solving and program design.
- Understanding of child development for elementary and middle school students.
- Ability to think quickly and adapt in dynamic situations.
General Responsibilities & Duties
- Assist youth with homework and academic support.
- Engage members in programs that inspire future career exploration.
- Build and expand community partnerships to enhance programming.
- Maintain education inventory, including supplies, equipment, and facilities.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and all club events.
- Learn and integrate new technologies to enhance programming and expose members to new opportunities.
Teen Programming
- Tutor and mentor youth ages 13–18 in both small and large group settings.
- Provide employment, health, life skills, and training opportunities through needs-based and interest-based programs.
- Promote and implement initiatives that reinforce positive self-identity.
- Serve as a liaison to the Teen Director to maximize resources (e.g., job readiness, financial aid assistance, college readiness, d2D program).
Program Planning & Design
- Design and implement innovative programming.
- Facilitate BGCA programming for youth and teens.
- Develop programs that promote academic achievement and interest in higher education.
- Provide diverse, gender-balanced STEM programming (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
- Coordinate club-wide STEM activities and professional development for staff, parents, and community members.
- Develop and manage community-based STEM partnerships.
- Identify and collaborate with external education agencies to strengthen programming.
- Administer the Colantonio Essay Contest.
- Host an annual spelling bee.
- Maintain the education budget.
Advertising & Recruitment
- Prepare promotional materials (including photos) prior to each program session.
- Promote education programs within the club, schools, and the broader community.
- Develop and submit seasonal program schedules (Fall, Winter, Spring) to the Program Director.
- Maintain and update bulletin boards each season.
Program Facilitation
- Maintain attendance records, correspondence files, and operational documentation.
- Ensure programs start and end on time.
- Organize end-of-session celebrations for each program cycle.
Program Evaluation
- Compile participant lists and report data to the Program Director.
- Conduct membership surveys to assess interests and program effectiveness.
- Assist with outcome measurement reports.
- Prepare documentation (including photos) for awards events at the end of each session.
Safety & Policy Enforcement
- Maintain a clean, safe, positive, and engaging environment.
- Follow all emergency procedures correctly.
- Provide first aid when necessary.
Supervision & Human Resource Management
- Supervise and support volunteers.
- Recruit volunteers and delegate tasks effectively.
Additional Duties
- Plan seasonal educational events, field trips, displays, and activities.
- Support the development department with annual fundraising events.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
About Us:
The JOHN M BARRY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB has been serving the Newton, MA community for over 50 years, providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. Our commitment to youth development and education has made us a beloved institution, where both members and staff thrive in a supportive and empowering atmosphere.
Compensation: $52,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
About Us
MISSION
The Club inspires and enables young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
VISION
Understanding today's youth and developing tomorrow's leaders through a kaleidoscope of opportunities, fun-filled programs, and great people.
HISTORY
The Boys & Girls Club of Newton ('the Club') had its beginnings in 1899, as the Nonantum Athletic Association (N.N.A.) which was formed to provide recreational services for youth. Eventually, the N.A.A. and a small collection of vocational training organizations combined under one roof, and the building came to be known as "The Boys Club." In 1954, the Club joined Boys Clubs of America. The Club began serving girls in 1974 and was fully coeducational by the mid-1980s when the organization was officially renamed The Boys & Girls Club of Newton. During the 1990s, the Club outgrew its small space in a converted church and purchased an old water yard building from the City of Newton. In April of 2000, the Club opened the doors to a 20,000 square foot facility. Since that date, membership has grown to 800 members and the operating budget has grown from $280,000 to $1,100,000. A key to the Club's long-term success is the ongoing involvement of board members, volunteers, employees, and alumni.
For more than a century, Boys & Girls Clubs have helped put young people on the path to great futures.
OUR VALUES
Excellence
We maintain the highest expectations of our kids and for each other to be part of a culture of innovation, learning, and fun while always striving for our highest achievements.
Pride
Through the delivery of our programs and our engagements with kids and each other we are inspired by the growth and the positive outcomes achieved for ourselves and young people. We celebrate personal growth for all.
Integrity
Our actions are guided by honesty, reliability, and shared accountability while recognizing our influence on the development of a moral compass, self-confidence, and leadership acumen by those around us.
Collaboration
Trust, respect, and mutual support guide our relationships with each other and with members. We communicate in a nurturing, inclusive environment where everyone’s experiences and perspectives are woven into solutions.
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