Club Project Leader

Purpose

To guide and support 4-H members with project work (learning experiences structured around a special interest). Work with members individually or as a group.

Length of Appointment

Varies with the project and as agreed upon with the County 4-H Agent.

Responsibilities

  • Share your knowledge of the project with members through meetings, tours, individual help, and written resources. Conduct project meetings and workshops using the "Learn By Doing" hands on approach. A minimum of 6 hours for each separate group you work with.
  • Assist members with the planning, carrying out and evaluation of their project.
  • Assist members with exhibits, demonstrations and the completion of their project record book.
  • Attend county project leader training programs, a minimum of one per year.
  • Be sensitive to risks and use risk management strategies related to project work.
  • Become familiar with member and leader project books.
  • Maintain sensitivity to the individual differences of 4-H members such as differences in interests, abilities, personal needs, cultural heritage and family support.
  • Submit required records in a timely manner. Follow 4-H policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Knowledgeable about project and willing to share that knowledge and talent with 4-H members.
  • Ability to plan and conduct a project activity using resources of the Cooperative Extension Service and the University of Florida.
  • Ability to communicate with youth. Understanding of the developmental characteristics of youth.
  • Willing to maintain contact with parents to enable them to support their children in project work.
  • Belief in the importance of youth development and the need to provide young people with out of school learning opportunities. A belief in the value of the 4-H Program.

Resources & Support Available

  • Orientation, training and support from County 4-H Staff.
  • Member and leader project literature. 4-H supplies from the National 4-H Supply Service.
  • Opportunity to attend the Florida 4-H Adult Leader Forum.

Time Required

Will vary with each project

Success Criteria

Will provide at least 6 hours of educational programming for each group worked with.

Supervisor

County 4-H Extension Agent and/or County 4-H Project Committee

Benefits

  • Expenses incurred and miles driven are tax deductible. Liability and workman’s compensation insurance provided by the University of Florida. Recognition from others in your community. Helping in the positive development of the youth of the county.