Youth Development Associate - Regal Teen Center
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Location:
Knoxville, TN, US
Company:
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY
Summary:
The associate will be responsible for posting weekly plans, encouraging full participation in activities, and supervising program areas to ensure member safety. Additional duties include maintaining club cleanliness, providing meals according to USDA standards, and offering mild disciplinary action to youth.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Conflict Resolution, Confidentiality Management, Collaboration, Lesson Plan Modification, Office Equipment Use, Lifting, Activity Planning, Supervision, Disciplinary Action, Volunteer Orientation, CPR Certification
Experience: 0-2 years
Job Description:
Job DetailsJob Location: Regal Teen Center - Knoxville, TN 37917Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services
Make a real difference while having fun and staying creative at the Regal Teen Center location of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley! We’re looking for passionate, high-energy individuals aged 18+ who are excited to positively impact the lives of children. As a Part-Time Youth Development Associate, you’ll help shape meaningful experiences, leading hands-on activities that spark imagination, learning, and connection beyond the traditional classroom.
This is more than just a job. It’s a chance to bring your ideas to life in an environment that celebrates curiosity and community. At Regal Teen Center, you’ll join a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and the power of play. Whether you’re planning a game, guiding a project, or encouraging a breakthrough moment, you’ll be building lasting memories for kids and for yourself.
If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire with purpose, and be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on our team in Regal Teen Center. Let’s create powerful moments of growth, laughter, and discovery together. Here are a list of job duties for the role:
Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.
Encourage full participation in activities.
Identify alternative activities that correspond with weekly lesson plans to promote full participation.
Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members.
Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.
Provide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.
Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.
Supervise youth on school busses.
Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events.
Create bulletin boards for youth.
Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities. Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.
QualificationsSKILLS & ABILITIES:
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent conflict resolution skills.
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations.
Ability to effectively collaborate, staff, directors, youth, and the community.
Ability to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needs.
Efficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phones
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
Ability to remain active and energetic for 6+ hours.
REQUIREMENTS:
18+ years of age
High school diploma or GED required
1-2 years of experience with youth preferred
Must pass local, state, and national criminal background checks
Must pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug tests
CPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)
Passion for children!
