Description
Position: Build Lab Specialist (Part-Time) - Makerspace / Teen Impact Center After School Enrichment
Location: Carpentersville, IL
Supervisor: Site Director of the Impact Center
Position Type: Part-Time
Hours: 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Role Overview:
The Build Lab Specialist at the Teen Impact Center, part of the Boys & Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs, is responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Build Lab Workforce Readiness Program. This dynamic role involves managing a space equipped with tools for woodworking, mechanical repairs, and creative projects, fostering an engaging environment that encourages youth to develop practical building skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. The Build Lab Specialist will also support the Pre-Apprenticeship and Impact Crew workforce experience programs, ensuring that members are prepared for success in both academic and career pursuits.
Key Responsibilities:
Build Lab Leadership:
- Daily Operations: Oversee the daily activities in the Build Lab, ensuring a safe, organized, and productive environment.
- Program Facilitation: Lead hands-on workshops, projects, and activities that develop creativity, mechanical skills, and critical thinking in students.
- Program Evaluation: Continuously assess and refine programs based on student feedback and performance data to improve learning outcomes.
Program Implementation & Collaboration:
- Program Delivery: Implement and manage existing Build Lab programs and partnerships, aligning with the Impact Center’s goals.
- Interdisciplinary Projects: Collaborate with the Tech Lab Specialist and other staff to create interdisciplinary projects that integrate technology and hands-on building.
- Curriculum Development: Assist in designing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate STEM experiences focused on woodworking, mechanical repairs, and other building skills.
Shared Responsibilities:
- Supervision: Oversee teens during general clubhouse hours, ensuring safety and fostering a positive environment.
- Event Participation: Actively participate in and support club-wide events, activities, and special programs.
- Administrative Tasks: Manage program evaluations, compile monthly reports, and assist with attendance tracking and communication with parents.
- Behavior Management: Address and manage behavioral issues using established protocols, creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
- Member Interaction: Build strong relationships with members, encouraging their exploration of the Build Lab and participation in club activities.
- Training and Development: Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Facility Maintenance: Ensure all tools, equipment, and workstations are well-maintained, up-to-date, used safely, and accurately tracked on an inventory list.
Ideal Candidate:
- Hands-On Mentor: Proficient in various tools / building techniques, with a passion for inspiring and mentoring youth.
- Youth Advocate: Experienced working with youth in environments like makerspaces, workshops, or community centers.
- Innovative Thinker: Capable of balancing specialized building activities with broader club responsibilities, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in students.
- Community-Oriented: Skilled in making programs accessible and engaging for a diverse student body, promoting a sense of belonging and community.
Typical Day:
- Arrive and greet students as they enter the center, setting a positive tone for the day.
- Facilitate engaging Build Lab programming and activities, guiding students through hands-on projects.
- Engage in shared responsibilities, including supervision, event participation, and administrative tasks.
- Collaborate with other staff on interdisciplinary projects and assist with curriculum development as needed.
About BGCDT and the Impact Center:
At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dundee Township (soon to become the Boys & Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs), we offer a safe, supportive environment where young people can thrive. Our mission is to empower youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible community members. The Impact Center is a forward-thinking high school program designed to equip students with the essential life, academic, and employability skills needed for success beyond graduation.
Requirements
Skills/Knowledge Required:
- Education: High School diploma or GED.
- Experience: Previous experience in environments like makerspaces, workshops, or schools, particularly in roles involving tool use and mechanical skills.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in tools and machinery relevant to building, such as woodworking, mechanical repairs, and basic engineering principles.
- Youth Development: Knowledge of youth development philosophy, with the ability to motivate and manage youth effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Collaboration & Organization: Strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to integrate building activities across the club’s programming.
- Reliability: Must be responsible, reliable, and able to work independently while handling multiple responsibilities.
Environment and Working Conditions:
- Tasks are primarily performed in a workshop or lab setting, with occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, odors, and noise.
- Physical tasks may include standing for extended periods, stooping, kneeling, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
This part-time position begins immediately and runs through June 2025, with potential for continuation. Expected hours are up to 30 per week. Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
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