Enrichment Specialist - Howard County

About the role

The Y Enrichment Specialist contributes to the Y's mission by leading children and teens in positive, fun, and enriching activities that support healthy youth development. This role involves preparing and submitting lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and program goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit lesson plans that meet the individual needs of students in grades K-12 in low-income communities.
• Engage students in activities that promote healthy youth development.
• Support and nurture youth adversely impacted by the achievement gap.
• Work at multiple locations to accommodate diverse student populations.

Requirements

• An interest in the well-being of school-age youth.
• Enthusiasm, patience, and good humor.
• Good judgment and a good spirit.
• Prior experience leading school-age youth.
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, school administration, and other Y associates.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work at multiple locations.
• The ability to be flexible and work at multiple locations.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Patience and empathy.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of students.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Dependent care FSA.
• A generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Training and development programs aligned with the Y's mission.

Pay

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Schedule

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Benefits

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Code of Conduct with Youth

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth, which sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. This policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.