Teen Program Coordinator

Buckner Children and Family Services Community : Family Hope Center Location : Houston, TX 77037 Address : 8600 Sweetwater Lane, Houston, TX Job Schedule : Full-time

What youll do

• Provide training for students ages 13-17 on various job and life skills including but not limited to career exploration, leadership, communication, marketing, computer / technical skills, character development, goal setting, and educational success.
• Design, develop and implement a holistic teen program which provides challenging enrichment activities in a meaningful and interactive context and provides opportunities for youth development. Include all aspects of the curriculum to be used for the program including but not limited to program structure, community partnerships, overall goals, daily projects, workshops and guest speakers, evaluation tools, and marketing needs.
• Provide an environment that stimulates self-confidence, personal expression, cultural sensitivity, trust and a respect for others. Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual and academic growth of youth participating in the program.
• Guide learning processes toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to communicate objectives to students.
• Organize, schedule and implement a program of study adapted to meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of the student population. Utilize current and relevant subject matter, including curricula used by other community programs and organizations adapted to students identified needs.
• Ensure classroom environment is conducive to learning and appropriate to maturity and interest level of the students. Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly. Ensure expectations and standards are explained and understood by students and parents.
• Provide ongoing evaluation for student progress through daily supervision, assignments and pre-and post-testing. Provide progress reports as required.
• Develop and implement systems for family involvement and engagement in the program. Conduct regular parent meetings.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and rules governing student performance and conduct in the classroom.
• Encourage students to maintain appropriate standards of classroom behavior and apply those standards in a fair and consistent manner.

What youll bring

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Buckner Children and Family Services : Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer. You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

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