Responsibilities:
- Program Development and Execution: Support the successful delivery of a suite of programs for middle school youth by assisting the Middle School Program Manager in the following:
- Delivering environmental, rowing, sailing, wooden boatbuilding, and other STEM-based afterschool and summer programs for middle school participants
- Developing and formalizing activity plans and curriculum
- Staff Supervision and Development: Supporting Middle School Program staff in successfully meet program goals
- Assist in hiring up to three seasonal Program Assistants
- Communicate with the Middle School Program Manager regarding any issues related to Program Assistants as needed
- Lead the program and manage the Program Assistants when the Middle School Program Manager is unavailable
- Provide leadership support during off-site day and overnight trips
- Offer support during program delivery and model best practices for Program Assistants
- In collaboration with the Middle School Program Manager, monitor the quality of program delivery and provide formative feedback to Program Assistants
- Program Administration: Supports Middle School Program Manager in the timely and accurate entry of data necessary to deliver successful programs
- Uses the Sawyer to maintain accurate participant information and attendance
- Assists in the collection, aggregation and analysis of data on the Middle School Program quality to drive program improvements
- Program Facilities, Equipment, and Safety: Ensuring that the physical resources are in place to provide safe and successful programming
- Follow and enforces all Rocking the Boat safety protocols; identifies and corrects any safety issues
- Ensure appropriate use and care of Rocking the Boat's boat inventory including wooden rowing craft and other waterfront equipment such as dollies, oars, and personal flotation devices; informs the Public Programs Manager of all maintenance and repair needs
- Maintain Middle School Classroom and equipment used in the classroom, boat shop and for field work
Qualifications (Required):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Outdoor education teaching experience
- Ability to lead groups through high-energy, physically challenging activities on both land and water
- Experience with lesson planning
- Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and an ability to work independently
- Proficiency in basic computer applications
- Willingness to work long days and weekends
Preferred
- An understanding of the three main learning styles (Kinesthetic, Auditory and Visual)
- Experience working with middle school aged students and with students with learning or behavioral disabilities
- Boating experience
- Basic woodworking skills
- Sailing experience
- Spanish language skills
Rocking the Boat offers:
- Between 20 and 35 hours a week depending on the season.
- Up to 40 Sick and Safe hours per calendar year, accrued at a rate of one hour of Safe and Sick time earned to every 15 hours worked
- Opportunity to work with a creative, well-funded organization committed to community development and youth empowerment.
- Salary ranging from $20 to $23 per hour, commensurate with experience
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility at Rocking the Boat:
Rocking the Boat is committed to creating an environment that promotes the diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility of all applicants and employees. The program team strives not only to accept but to affirm and celebrate all identities. Race, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and veteran status are not barriers to employment at Rocking the Boat. Please feel welcome to communicate any special needs or requirements to be accommodated throughout the hiring process.
To apply:
To apply please send a detailed cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and resume to the Alex Severino, Middle School Program Manager at [email protected] with Lead Middle School Program Assistant as the subject line.
