Program Instructor – JA BizTown & JA Finance Park

Area: Junior Achievement of Central Ohio Learning Center of Columbus (Columbus, OH) or Junior Achievement of Central Ohio Learning Center of Newark (Newark, OH). Part-time, hourly position at $18 an hour.

About the role

Junior Achievement of Central Ohio is seeking part-time program instructors to guide 5th and 8th grade students through JA BizTown and JA Finance Park—exciting learning experiences where students get to be adults for the day, running a mini-city simulation or budgeting and spending for themselves. Program Instructors work with volunteers, educators, and students to ensure the simulation operates monthly and students achieve a sense of accomplishment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operations of the JA BizTown and JA Finance Park simulations.
• Ensure the simulation space and all materials for students and volunteers are prepared and ready prior to student arrival.
• Provide daily support to JA BizTown and/or JA Finance Park.
• Assist Program Managers and/or Director with printing, distributing, and collecting materials.
• Assist with training volunteers, supporting volunteers during the simulation, and answering volunteer questions.
• Proactively facilitate positive student learning experiences, monitor and support student behavior to ensure students complete all necessary tasks.
• Troubleshoot common issues with technology used in the simulations.
• Assist with the orderly unloading and loading of buses upon arrival and departure, escort students into secure space, and verify student numbers on arrival and departure.
• Provide the highest level of customer service to all visitors (volunteers, teachers, students, etc.).
• Assist with responsibilities at the reception desk, as needed.
• Look for opportunities to support teammates and ask for support when needed to maintain a high level of quality through communication and collaboration.

Requirements

• Experience in a child-friendly environment working with school-aged students.
• Ability to create strategies to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Computer skills.
• Proficiency in customer service including problem-solving, decision-making, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the Google Suite of applications, including Google Sites.
• Outstanding presence, self-confidence, enthusiasm, and comfort engaging with all levels of stakeholders.

Qualifications (desired)

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred, not required) in Business, Communication, Education, or related field.

Pay

$18 an hour.