Spark Lab Leader

Position Description

Job Title:

New Hanover Spark Lab Leader Department:
Operations

Reports To:

Assistant Regional Director of Operations

Status:
Part-Time Non-exempt hourly (20
-25 hours per week)

The regular schedule for this position consists of 4-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, typically between 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. during the school year, and varied 4-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, during summer camp. The SPARK Leader must also attend trainings and meetings, which may occasionally require schedule adjustments. This position is allotted a maximum of 30 hours per week. Any hours exceeding 30 must receive prior approval through the budget review process.

Organizational Overview

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern North Carolina (BGCSENC) is a youth development organization committed to enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Serving children and teens throughout southeastern North Carolina, BGCSENC provides safe, inclusive, and engaging environments that foster academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and citizenship, and workforce readiness.

Through high-quality programming, dedicated staff, and strong community partnerships, BGCSENC empowers youth to become successful leaders in their schools, communities, and future careers.

Job Summary

The New Hanover County BGCSENC Spark Lab Leader will lead innovative educational programs that enhance students' exposure to high-tech careers. Support learners as they progress through various in-person, blended, and virtual SparkNC learning experiences. The Spark Lab Leader will collaborate with other Spark Lab Leaders, the SparkNC team, and business community partners to bring cutting-edge learning experiences to life in high-tech fields.

• Develop and implement a structured daily program schedule aligned with SPARK NC curriculum requirements.
• Promote participation in innovative learning experiences in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Software Development, UX/UI Design, Game Development, and related high-tech fields.
• Establish clear learning objectives and measurable growth indicators tied to SPARK NC outcome areas such as STEM interest, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Ensure the SPARK Lab is open and fully staffed Monday–Friday from 3:30–6:30 p.m. during the school year and a minimum of four (4) hours per day during Summer Camp sessions.
• Recruit and enroll a minimum of 100 youth (members and other youth served combined) annually in Spark NC Stacking Learning Experiences (On-Demand).
• Schedule and host at least two (2) guest speakers per quarter aligned to high-tech career pathways and facilitate at least one (1) career-aligned field trip per quarter.
• Establish and maintain a minimum of four (4) active business or industry partnerships to support volunteer engagement and co-designed learning opportunities (Live Interdistrict)

• Collect pre-and post-assessment data for at least 90% of participating youth in alignment with SPARK NC requirements.
• Demonstrate measurable student growth in at least one SPARK NC outcome area annually.
• Accurately track and submit 100% of required attendance, participation, and outcome data by established reporting deadlines.

• Maintain communication with parents, community partners, Spark NC representatives, and BGCSENC leadership regarding program updates and student progress.
• Promote Spark Lab successes through presentations, partnership engagement, and stakeholder reporting.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven environment for…