About boys & girls club of central florida
Since 1944, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida has provided children and teens, ages 6 to 18, with a safe place to learn and grow during non-school hours. Today, more than 15,000 young people call our 39 Clubs across five Central Florida counties home. The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring adults. Every day after school and all summer long, our members walk through the blue doors at little or no cost to their families and find academic support, enrichment, and caring adult role models who believe in what they can become.
How we do it matters as much as what we do.
Our Clubs deliver quality programming grounded in evidence across six core pillars of focus: education and career development; character and leadership development; sports, fitness, and recreation; health and life skills; the arts; and mental health.
That work is reinforced by practices informed by trauma research, mental and emotional wellness support, and an unwavering commitment to safety.
The results show up in graduation rates, college and vocational school enrollment, grades, and young people who tell us they feel emotionally safe at their Club.
As part of the national Future Ready movement, we are growing bigger, better, and bolder, and we know none of it happens without exceptional people.
That is why we invest in our team through comprehensive training, leader development, competitive compensation and benefits, and a workplace culture built on excellence, belonging, and accountability.
If you want your work to change the trajectory of a child's life, there is a place for you here.
Great futures start here, and they start with you.
TITLE: Certified Teacher-21st Century Program
Performance profile source: Individual Contributor
Department: Club Operations
Reports to: Club Service Director
Flsa status: Non-Exempt
Worker category: Part-Time
Employment term: Grant Funded
Employment function: Professional
Location: Bradley-Otis Clubhouse
ADDRESS: 700 South Lakeland Avenue, Orlando, FL 32805
Position summary
The Certified Teacher–21st Century Program delivers high-quality, engaging academic instruction that helps Club members strengthen essential skills and achieve their full potential. This role provides standards-aligned instruction in reading, math, and science through small-group learning, targeted intervention, and meaningful use of educational technology within the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers program.
By creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment and building authentic relationships with youth, the Certified Teacher promotes academic confidence, curiosity, and a culture of achievement. The position monitors student participation and progress, maintains accurate instructional and attendance records, and supports compliance with grant objectives, program requirements, and organizational standards. Through collaboration with Club staff, families, and schools, the Certified Teacher strengthens connections between school-day learning and afterschool programming to support student academic growth and success.
Essential job responsibilities
- Academic Program Development and Implementation
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging academic activities in reading, math, and science that align with the approved 21st CCLC program model, assigned curriculum, and identified student needs.
- Develop and maintain lesson plans for assigned academic and enrichment activities in accordance with program expectations.
- Provide daily tutoring, skill-building opportunities, differentiated instruction, and targeted academic support responsive to students’ needs and varying levels of academic performance.
- Integrate project- and problem-based learning, educational technology, and other effective instructional strategies to reinforce academic skills and promote student engagement.
- Administer required reading, math, science, and other grant-required academic assessments at designated intervals; analyze results to monitor student progress and inform instructional planning.
- Collaborate with the Lead Teacher, 21st CCLC program staff, and appropriate school-day personnel to review student progress, identify educational needs, and determine effective instructional approaches.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain instructional materials, equipment, and supplies needed for assigned activities; communicate resource needs to the appropriate supervisor.
- Youth Development
- Foster a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment that promotes academic success and positive youth development.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students and use encouragement, coaching, mentoring, and appropriate redirection to reinforce positive behavior and sustained engagement.
- Model and promote self-confidence, self-awareness, perseverance, and other skills that support students’ academic achievement and personal growth.
- Professional Development
- Actively participate in required professional development, training, and program meetings throughout the year; apply relevant strategies and best practices to strengthen instruction, student learning, and program implementation.
- Maintain an active and valid Florida Professional Educator Certification, including completion of all required renewal activities, professional learning, and documentation necessary to remain in good standing.
- Administration and Reporting
- Maintain required documentation of collaboration with school-day personnel and communication with parents/guardians regarding student academic progress, successes, and challenges.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely student and program records, including participation; instructional and tutoring services provided; assessment results; academic progress; activities conducted; notable achievements; and program concerns or challenges.
- Review and report on student academic progress at designated intervals using assessment results, program participation data, and other grant-required measures of student performance.
- Complete required student and program documentation and reporting in accordance with grant requirements, established procedures, and designated timelines.
Qualification requirements: (Knowledge, Education, Experience & Skills)
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Valid Florida Educator Certificate required, with appropriate certification coverage for the assigned instructional area(s).
Experience
- Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience required.
- At least one year of teaching experience in a Title I school environment required.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering instruction using project- and problem-based learning methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and provide targeted academic support to meet the diverse learning needs and varying academic levels of students.
Skills
- Proficiency in educational software and instructional technology platforms, including Renaissance and Accelerated Reader.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with students, families, school-day personnel, and program staff.
- Ability to facilitate engaging small-group learning experiences while maintaining appropriate student supervision, positive behavior supports, and effective classroom management.
- Ability to plan and deliver computer-assisted instruction and effectively facilitate large-group learning experiences.
- Adaptability to deliver high-quality instruction in a variety of learning environments, including Club-based, school-based, and other program settings.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, sound judgment, and the ability to serve as a positive role model for students.
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record; consistent access to a reliable, properly insured vehicle required.
Key role competencies
- Drives
- Results: Delivers high-quality, standards-aligned instruction that advances measurable academic growth in reading, math, and science. Uses student participation data, assessment results, and ongoing observation to monitor progress, adjust instructional strategies, and support achievement of program and grant objectives.
- Builds
- Positive
- Relationships: Establishes and maintains trusting, respectful relationships with Club members, families, school-day personnel, and program colleagues. Creates a supportive, inclusive learning environment in which students feel safe, valued, encouraged, and motivated to engage in their learning.
- Plans and
- Aligns: Effectively plans, prioritizes, and organizes lessons, tutoring, assessments, instructional materials, documentation, and reporting activities in alignment with the 21st CCLC program model, student needs, grant requirements, and organizational goals. This competency emphasizes planning work to meet commitments aligned with organizational priorities.
- Situational
- Adaptability: Adjusts instructional methods, communication style, behavioral supports, and facilitation approach in real time to meet diverse learning styles, academic readiness levels, behavioral needs, and changing program conditions. Maintains a calm, student-centered approach across small-group, large-group, technology-assisted, and varied learning environments.
- Communicates
- Effectively: Delivers clear, timely, and age-appropriate verbal and written communication to students, families, school-day personnel, and program staff. Shares academic progress, successes, challenges, instructional needs, and program information in a manner that promotes understanding, collaboration, and positive outcomes
Additional accountabilities
RELATIONSHIPS • Internal
- Maintains close, daily contact with 21st Century and Club staff to interpret and explain program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information. Maintains close contact daily with participating club members and students referred by partner schools.
- External: Maintains contact with participating schools. Meets with school Principal or designee, teachers, and counselors, as necessary, to identify individual students’ educational needs, progress, and the most effective learning approach.
Environmental and working conditions
The position requires working in both indoor and outdoor environments of an office or club setting, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals.
Required to operate a motor vehicle.
Must be able to perform CPR or first aid if needed.
Work in environments frequented by children and families, requiring adherence to safety and conduct standards that ensure a child-friendly and family-oriented atmosphere.
Must be adaptable to a dynamic work schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support volunteer activities and events.
Physical and mental requirements
- Physically capable of performing programming activities and club duties on-site, including lifting up to 30 pounds, standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods, bending, and reaching.
- Operates a computer and other office productivity equipment such as a copy machine, phone, printer, and tablet frequently. Requires the ability to work on a computer for extended periods (8+ hours), including performing tasks that involve repetitive motion, visual focus, and fine motor skills
- Visual and auditory acuity to monitor the environment and ensure safety standards are maintained.
- Mental resilience and the ability to stay focused and effective in a busy, sometimes noisy environment.
- Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with children, family members, and other staff.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (occasionally).
Pre-Employment and Ongoing Compliance Requirements
- Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Continued employment is contingent upon passing randomized drug screenings as part of our commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment.
- Continued employment is also contingent on the Florida State Department of Children and Families' employment designation of "eligible for employment" as a state-licensed youth-serving organization.
Disclaimer
The information presented in this job description is intended to illustrate the nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to change based on the direction of the organization & CEO.
Notice to Applicants
Please note
Submission of an application does not create an obligation for BGCCF to provide individual status updates. Our hiring managers carefully review all applications received, and only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted regarding next steps.
Due to the high volume of applications, BGCCF is unable to respond to emails or calls requesting updates on application status. Applicants who repeatedly contact BGCCF HR or BGCCF staff to request status updates, or who email staff members with whom they do not have an existing professional relationship solely to announce that they have applied, may be removed from consideration and have their application archived.
If you have an existing professional connection with BGCCF, you are welcome to reach out to that contact directly for networking purposes. However, all candidates must still follow the formal application and selection process outlined in this posting.
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