This role involves planning and running academic support, team building, and enrichment activities for high school students within the SquashBusters program. The coordinator will also organize special events like community service and field trips, working closely with students in grades 9-12 to challenge, nurture, and hold them accountable to fulfill their potential.
Responsibilities
Plan, supervise, and direct daily homework help sessions to support students' school work
Plan, supervise, and direct impactful and innovative team building, enrichment, and leadership activities focused on post-secondary and career success
Create and maintain documentation of team building, leadership, and enrichment activities
Ensure a productive and positive environment by managing student behavior and consistently instilling SQB values, providing individual feedback on progress
In conjunction with the Program Director and Program Coordinator, develop and implement academic success plans/contracts as needed
Manage academic volunteers during homework and academic enrichment sessions
Meet with academic and squash colleagues to develop an integrated approach to work with students and coordinate shared responsibilities
Transport students to and from practice as needed, including driving SQB van or walking with students to train
Actively ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all students by adhering to SQB safety protocols and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment
Monitor students' progress in school by communicating regularly with school staff
Communicate with parents/guardians to ensure necessary forms and paperwork are complete, keep them aware of their child's progress, and foster their involvement in the SQB community
Organize and lead parent/guardian meetings as needed
Recruit or assist in recruiting students for the SQB program as needed
Support recruitment and training of academic volunteers as needed
Recruit for, coordinate, and implement summer programs
Identify, organize, and participate in community service projects and field trips, including on some Saturdays during the year
Chaperone and drive students for squash or team events as needed
With colleagues, organize and participate in overnight trips for appropriate grade levels
Identify and organize workshops or guest speakers on relevant topics throughout the year
Organize and/or assist in organizing special events and programming, such as honor roll dinners
Help students connect to appropriate opportunities such as external summer camps, SAT prep, and employment opportunities
Collect and update paperwork for students such as parent/guardian contracts, physicals, report cards, and program fees
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Update student details, attendance, and summer activities in the Salesforce database
Assist with implementation of program evaluation and presentations (T-Reports)
Maintain classroom to create an inviting, productive space for students and prepare classroom for daily activities
Manage classroom supplies and daily snacks
Organize and clean up classrooms at the end of the day
Plan general weekly/monthly schedule with colleagues and keep appropriate calendars updated
Support SQB's social media strategy via posting on appropriate site accounts following program events and trips
Maintain and organize relevant documents in Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
Develop and maintain positive, respectful relationships with all members of the SQB community
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with all SQB stakeholders as needed
Respond to requests and emails in a timely manner
Collaborate with others by working in a positive, constructive manner to further SQB mission and solve problems
Value the contributions of all members of the community
Represent and advocate for SQB in the community at large and take initiative to further SQB mission
Demonstrate a growth mindset by being consistently engaged and self-reflective, welcoming feedback to continually improve
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Three or more years of relevant professional experience in a classroom or academic afterschool setting
Demonstrated success in managing projects and adhering to deadlines
Passion for working with young people and experience developing trusting relationships with youth and families
A passion for educational opportunities, and a belief in the potential for athletic participation to both drive academic excellence and expand opportunities for success in school and beyond
Ability to regularly work until 6:30/7:00 PM on weekdays and to work occasional weekend hours (flex time offered)
Valid driver's license with a clean record and a willingness to drive students to and from SQB in a company van
Existing eligibility to work in the U.S.
Nice to have:
Experience mentoring, advising, or directing team members
Spanish language proficiency
Benefits
Retirement plan with employer matching up to 5%
26.5 paid company holidays and days off plus an additional 16 vacation days (with some restrictions)
Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance available
Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program
Cell phone subsidy
Public transportation and parking subsidies available
Important Details
Schedule: 10:00-6:30/7:00 Monday-Friday during the school year, with occasional weekend or evening hours required; Fridays (or another day) are given off when working a Saturday; summer hours are slightly reduced
About the Company
SquashBusters is an organization that provides academic, sport, and character development programs for youth.
SquashBusters is a sports-based youth development program located in Boston and Lawrence, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island.
