Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula
Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula
Youth Program Leader (East Palo Alto & Menlo Park)
East Palo Alto, CA
Type: Part-time
Min. Experience: Entry Level
Salary: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour
POSITION
Youth Program Leader
OUR MISSION
To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive
OUR VISION
All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning
OUR CORE VALUES
Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Youth Program Leader is responsible for leading a classroom to deliver safe and effective learning environments for students through teaching, facilitation, and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (TK-8). This role reports to the Associate Site Director and is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year in one of our East Palo Alto or Menlo Park sites. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage a classroom of approximately 10-20 students per 1 staff
Provide academic mentoring and homework assistance
Lead students through academic activities
Adapt lesson plans for delivering enrichment classes and clubs (art, cooking, STEM, fitness, etc.)
Conduct life skills and team-building activities
Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and BGCP leadership
Engage in weekly check-ins and participate in staff meetings
Maintain a positive, safe, productive work environment
Participate in supporting special events and field trips
Attend training and professional development opportunities
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Commitment to BGCP’s mission and vision and working with TK-8 youth
Experience building relationships with diverse youth communities and constituents
Ability to motivate through positive reinforcement
Strong communication skills
Flexible in navigating a fast-paced environment
Preferred one year of experience working with TK-8 youth
Spanish fluency is a plus
LOCATION
East Palo Alto (East Palo Alto Clubhouse, Costano Elementary School)
Menlo Park (Belle Haven)
WORK SCHEDULE
24-29 hours per week
Five days a week, Monday through Friday
Hours vary by site: Generally, 2:00pm to 6:30pm (Exception: either Wednesday or Thursday 12:30pm to 6:30pm)
Starting time for TK/K may be earlier
Weekly team meeting + additional professional development trainings
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Employment Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $22-25/hr, depending on experience (DOE)
Retirement Benefits: BGCP offers salary contributions to the 401(k) plan
ONBOARDING PROCESS
BGCP will cover all onboarding process requirements
Complete LiveScan and Checkr background check
Undergo a TB test
Participate in mandatory onboarding training sessions
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