Education Manager

BGC Jane and Finch Club is seeking a passionate, dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team in a fulltime capacity to oversee the operations of our Education Program in our Jane and Finch community.

Education Manager description:

Develops, promotes, implements, supervises, supports and evaluates the Club's Learn On Educational program in our Jane and Finch Community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deliver, and or support an educational development program that provides youth members with the opportunities for growth and development in their school /education planning , career planning and employment
• Recruit members for the Raising Grade Program
• Prepare youth with the necessary skills to transition from high-school to post-secondary education
• Recruit volunteers to assist with the program as Mentors to work 1-on-1 with mentees either in-person or virtually.
• Assist program participants in learning about careers that match their interests or help discover it through the program.
• Promote digital literacy and skills, hands-on learning opportunities, specific focus on personal interests/goals, and supportive relationships with mentors and volunteers.
• Recruit , train and supervise placements students from post-secondary schools -to be mentors
• Develop a network of educators from local schools- middle and high school to assist with recruitment and with workshops.
• Develop a network of local professionals to mentor and support the raising the grade program.
• Network with local agencies, schools and youth groups to assist in the recruitment of participants and the delivery of the Raising the Grade program for youth.
• Ensure the safety and security of Club members
• Consults and work with staff team, community, groups and other service providers to ensure a high quality program.
• Work together with the other Education Managers in ensuring a delivery of a successful program in all three of our communities.
• Secures, trains, supervises, directs, supports, evaluates and terminates (if necessary) part-time, volunteer, practicum students in the performance of their duties.
• Monitors, the budget allocated for Raise the Grade program under the guidance of Director of Operations/ Community Directors.
• Seeks out new funding opportunities to support new and ongoing projects in consultations with Director of Operations/Community Directors.
• Maintains all program registration, attendance and statistical information as required by the Club and any funder.
• Advocates for children, youth, the Club and Boys and Girls Clubs with other agencies, the community, governments and funders.
• Ensures all equipment and software are in safe working condition and recommends when software and hardware updates are required.
• Recommends policies to the Director of Operations/Community Directors and/or assists the management team/Board in formulation of these policies for the effective operation of the Club.
• Ensures that legal obligations of the Club are met and any potential risks are reported to the appropriate persons and or authorities.
• Actively participates as a member of the local Club's management team.
• Provides leadership, support and participates in all of the Club's functions, special events and fund raising activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• a Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or relevant experience
• 2 to 3 years' prior experience working with youth between the ages of 12 to 17
• 2-3 years of experience in providing training, workshops, or other educational experiences to children and youth.
• Experience and knowledge base of E-portfolios, and digital learning
• Experience with data collection and program evaluation.
• Experience working with diverse populations in various settings.
• Knowledge of/or experience in health promotion, advocacy, or public policy for youth
• Knowledge of/or experience using youth and adult training/learning strategies.
• First-Aid/CPR-C - valid before Training.
• A valid Ontario Driver's license (F Class preferable).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate well with patrons and community partners
• Team player
• Passionate, committed, resourceful, self-aware, patient and respectful about working with children and youth.
• Digital literacy skills including web design, WordPress, internet use, email communication, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Ability to work as a team with the Community Director or other Program Managers and other mentors to facilitate learning, growth and opportunity for participants.
• Boys and Girls Club experience an asset.
• High Five Certified- Principles of Healthy Childhood Development and Quest II trained an asset.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete a Police Records Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Successful applicants will be required to show proof of vaccination ( 2 to 3 doses )
• Hours of work will be afternoon/ evening and occasional weekend.

If you want to make a real change in young people's lives please forward your resume to:

Risa Antoine

Community Director

BGC Jane and Finch Club

risa@stalbansclub.ca

Deadline for the submission of your resume is: March 31, 2025