Youth development staff are responsible for being a positive role model at The Boys & Girls Clubs
of Newport County. This Program Staff’s primary responsibility is to help oversee a classroom
(pod) of members. This individual will report directly to the Director of Childcare and Camp to
ensure a positive, supportive and productive environment for all youth.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to development of youth between 5 and 14

• Strong communication skills both oral and written are required;
• Positive role model for members;
• Report properly attired and on time to work;
• Additional training will be provided post-hire;
• According to state law, the Boys & Girls Club must conduct a criminal records check by

the Bureau of Criminal Identification of the Department of Attorney General of the State of
Rhode Island.

• All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events;
• All staff have responsibilities to help fundraise;
• Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members – evening and

weekends are expected during the school year.

Job Responsibilities

• Cultivate an environment that is hospitable, safe and welcoming for both members and

• Help provide a fun, safe and educational experience for program participants;
• Oversee a classroom of bilingual members to provide a supportive environment;
• Plan and implement programs on a daily basis, developing curriculum and lesson plans;
• Develop safe and professional relationships between other staff and members;
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Sitting, standing, active up and down within area. Running, bending, swimming, throwing and
other childcare related movements.

Terms of Employment:

Part-time, hourly position. Pay range: $13.00-$16.00/ hour based on experience and education
level.

Welcome to the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who
need help most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. For nearly
65 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has provided quality programming and services not
only to those less-advantaged children and their families but to all youth in our community. The Club is
part of a nationwide movement of more than 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs, and we provide services to more
than 2,200 members annually.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County offers a variety of programs for children, teens, adults and
families. Programs include after school licensed child care, homework help, a teen center, summer
camp, swimming lessons and aquatics, a fitness center, dance and drama, computers and technology,
music and music production, and the fine arts.

Interested candidates must submit a letter of intent, application and resume to:

Rob O’Neill

Director of Operations and Member Experience

95 Church Street

Newport, RI 02840

(401) 847-6927 Ext. 142