Curriculum Assistant

Title: Curriculum Assistant

Status: Non-Exempt Status

Reports To: Curriculum Specialist

Founded in 2000, the mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Lake County (BGCLC) is to inspire all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Our goals are to empower youth and to change lives. We strive to provide a premier Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Position Overview:

The Curriculum Assistant is responsible for developing engaging, age-appropriate daily program plans that align with the Boys & Girls Club’s mission to inspire and empower youth. This part-time role centers on program design and planning, with occasional on-site support for special projects like Youth of the Year, field trips, and other unique initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Plan Development

• Collaborate closely with the Curriculum Specialist to design creative, impactful program plans tailored to youth interests and developmental needs.
• Research innovative activities in key focus areas, such as STEM, arts, life skills, and wellness.
• Develop clear, step-by-step program guides that ensure smooth implementation by on-site staff.
• Prepare materials and resources for program plans to support successful, consistent execution across sites.
• Can lead a classroom of different age groups if needed

2. Special Project Support (as needed)

• Attend and support special initiatives, including Youth of the Year, field trips, and community events.
• Provide on-site assistance for these events, helping with program execution and collecting feedback from staff and youth.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure program plans are adapted and optimized for special project needs.

3. Administrative Tasks

• Maintain a well-organized program plan library categorized by theme, age group, and focus area.
• Document and incorporate feedback from special projects to enhance future program plans.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), some college preferred.
• Successful completion of local, state, and national background checks.

• Commitment to maintaining a drug-free environment and passing required screenings.
• Demonstrated passion for working with children and promoting their well-being.
• Experience in program planning, youth development, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and creative skills, with a keen interest in designing engaging youth programming.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both staff and youth.
• Enthusiasm for developing innovative, impactful programs aligned with the organization’s objectives.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility to perform active programming needs.
• Ability to attend occasional off-site events and manage hands-on project support.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

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

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your resume to Avant’e London at alondon@bgclc.org or complete the application via really, ensuring to include your resume as an attachment.

The Boys & Girls Club of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.