Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta is offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team. We rely on the dedication of caring team members to provide a safe, nurturing environment for kids to learn and grow. Our staff are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders and ambassadors. Are you ready to join a team of passionate individuals who are working to make a difference in the lives of kids in our community?

The Lead Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing lessons and activities that stimulate and expand the skills of students.

Key roles & essential job responsibilities:

• Assist in developing techniques for tutoring at-risk students K-12 each afternoon at the center.
• Administer and use pre-assessment and on-going assessment tools to develop individual learning goals for each student.
• Ensure that program goals are met by creating activities that increase academic performance and are aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards.
• Create structure for and manage all children.
• Prepare and submit weekly lesson plans to the Program Coordinator.
• Provide additional tutoring in areas deemed necessary by the Program Coordinator.
• Work directly with the Program Coordinator to ensure all standards of operations are met.
• Provide frequent feedback and positive reinforcement to students.
• Foster strong relationships with parents/guardians and teachers.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and teachers regarding student participation and progress.
• Maintain accurate student participation and attendance records.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Serve as a role model for students and other staff members in the program and under your direct supervision.
• Accompany students on field trips.
• Actively attend all necessary training.

Relationships:

• Internal:
  Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions.
• External:
  Maintains contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.

Educational qualifications & skills:

• Bachelor's Degree required in a related field of study.
• Georgia Teaching Certificate Required.
• Special Education Certification Preferred
• Must be available 3:00pm – 7:00pm Monday through Friday.

Environment & working conditions:

Physical requirements include physical exertion such as lifting, stretching, and bending as well as sitting for prolonged periods of time. Nearly always indoors. May be exposed to sounds and distractions such as from office equipment, various meetings or gatherings taking place.

Disclaimer:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. You may be asked to perform other related duties and responsibilities as needed. You will be required to complete a criminal record check as a condition of employment.