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Well I only worked 3 hours a day. I would come in right before school let out to prepare for my time there. I would get out necessary materials for that days lesson. After school students were released they would come in and I would assist with homework. Homework was mandatory first, then computer lab, lesson for that day, and gym. The time went by pretty fast. It was fun at times and very stressful as well.

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free lunches, abundance of toys & games

Cons

healthcare, hours, organization
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It’s a good place to work, but not good money

It’s a really good place to work and I like it, the only thing is the amount of hours and money. It is pretty easy to get the hang of and you are able to ask anybody for help at any time which is great.
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Fun job!

I made many staff friends and loved supporting kids at the club! I would suggest for adults who are in college who need work in the afternoon. Highly recommend!
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Productive and fun work place with an amazing staff.

What is the best part of working at the company?Working with the children and the staff is amazing also having great conversations with the parents. I love the weekends off along with the holidays.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Working at this company is stress free.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?The work environment for me is relaxed and the culture is goodWhat is a typical day like for you at the company?Noisy because of the kids running around and playing a lot and then they’re quiet moment during their home work time and activities.
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Amazing

Wonderful enviroment, very supportive, great team and a great place to be if you love working with kids. Overall a 5 star experience, and would highly recommend
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  • Ability to meet personal goals
  • Feeling of personal appreciation
  • Clear sense of purpose

It was different but because of my love of children I would have stayed.

What is the best part of working at the company?My training from day one was….no training except of course how to change diapers. I loved the kids but when I was suspended for something I didn't do or had the correct knowledge about I got upset and my voice was loud. Then my suspension turned into Termination. The kids lose because I was one who enjoyed being with them and they learned from me. I miss the babies so much but will never work In child care again.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?The constant change of rules. And feeling like a pain when I had to use the restroom while other teachers played on their phones.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Constant change and high turnover.What is a typical day like for you at the company?Never the same but the babies made it worth it.
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Energy taxing with little to no support or training

In this job you can feel drained and unappreciated as well as underpaid. Employees working in the fast food industry are paid more that employees for the BGC. On top of that you receive little to no training when you begin. You can have up to 20 students to watch over and take care of from anywhere K-5.

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Flexible schedule

Cons

Difficult/ draining work
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Atmosphere

The atmosphere is okay.... It could be better for a place that promotes positivity and "a place where great futures start." There is always a run around with the chain of command. Needs more clear/detailed communication between area managers and staff. The employees here want to be treated more like someone who is trying to help fulfill the mission statement other than being treated like a "body" (someone who is just there to fulfill ratio needs). Do not think about asking for a raise or to be acknowledged by the company. Your concerns seem to only matter when you bring them up and a solution seems rare to come by.
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Fulfilling but Boring

The work itself is fulfilling and it feels good to help struggling kids, but there are gaps in the day with nothing to do so it can get boring. If you don’t mind the slower pace, it’s great.
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Kids are great but so much work drama

I worked here for about a year and a half during the pandemic and I can honestly say I never met more unprofessional ever. So much drama and rumors. I got fired for a rumor and I got no explanation or proof of why I was being fired. I just got told it was going to be my last day. I also don’t like how they don’t do background checks on a lot of the employees. The pay isn’t the best. And the bosses don’t pay attention to complaints from employees unless it becomes a problem for them.
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Where I found my passion

I love this Club and love this community. I was given chances to thrive and grow. They like to promote from within, so when another opportunity came up, I was incouraged to apply.
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Horrible

The FT staff are cliquey and just all around not pleasant. Other coworkers were a joy to work with and I did make some great friends even though the FT staff don’t want that.
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Frustrating

What is the best part of working at the company?The relationships you form with the kids. What is the most stressful part about working at the company?High ups don’t really listen or care about staff members. What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Stressful and overwhelming. No training is given and no help is offered
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Fun, energetic, and rewarding.

It’s a fun, energetic, and rewarding work environment, so long as you enjoy children and possess patience. As a youth mentor you deal with any and all problems the kids may have, so it’s important that you are emotionally available for them and can problem solve on your feet.
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Low pay for expectations

Beware the pay is minimum wage, but the expectation is high. Working and dealing with a wide range of kids can be difficult and care expectations are high,as they should be.
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Can be fun, has its agonizing days but which job doesn’t, I wish staff would do a bit better

Typical day is pretty easy and chill as long as you’re pretty patient, management can be pretty tricky with communication, some of the staff can also be a bit difficult to deal with, but the pay is pretty good for the area.

Pros

Good pay

Cons

Barely any communication
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Fun

I loved this job, it had good work/life balance It was very rewarding.Good job for high school age kids.They were very flexible with their time off.During the summer you were able to work full time since the kids weren’t in school.
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Do not work here

I worked here for a while and there is so much drama that goes on in the workplace. It’s like high school all over again. Management doesn’t do anything about issues including harassment. The pay is also horrible. Not worth it! Work somewhere else!

Pros

Time off during the day

Cons

Pay, mental health, benefits, management
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Great Part Time

I work at a location in North Carolina. The pay is good, and it's a nice part-time job because it is only after school. Our location is only open when the schools are open, which gives you extra time off here and there. Summers are super long hours though; it basically switches from a part-time to a full-time.
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BGC presents challenges related to managing expectations, limited resources.

What is the best part of working at the company?Horrible place to work! My experience with the Boys and Girls Club was incredibly disappointing and left me with a negative impression overall. The staff members were unprofessional and seemed disinterested in their jobs. They lacked enthusiasm and failed to create a welcoming environment for the children. It felt like they were just going through the motions without any genuine care or concern for the well-being of the kids. Furthermore, the programs and activities offered were lackluster and uninspiring. There was a lack of variety and creativity, and it seemed like the same repetitive activities were being recycled week after week. It was evident that little effort was put into planning engaging and enriching experiences for the children. Overall, my experience at the Boys and Girls Club was highly disappointing. I would not recommend it to anyone looking for a positive and nurturing environment for their children. It's clear that there are significant improvements needed in terms of facility upkeep, staff training, and program development.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Employees at the Boys & Girls Club often wear multiple hats, taking on roles such as mentor, educator, counselor, and administrator. Managing these diverse responsibilities can be overwhelming at times.
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Good experience

I enjoyed working with the children and great experience to gain right after post undergraduate. Supervisor was helpful, but still low pay for amount of expectations
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4.1 out of 5 stars for Work/Life Balance
3.2 out of 5 stars for Compensation/Benefits
3.5 out of 5 stars for Job Security/Advancement
3.8 out of 5 stars for Management
4.0 out of 5 stars for Culture

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