What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Leader (East Palo Alto, Spanish Required) position at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula?
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
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) proudly stands as the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, dedicated to empowering 6,000 TK-College students across 29 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We believe that talent is equally distributed across Silicon Valley, but opportunity is not, so we are committed to ensuring that socio-economically disadvantaged students have equitable access to the opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond. Students benefit from high-quality academic programs, captivating enrichment activities, and access to critical mental health services. With support from our staff, Board, and broader Team BGCP community, we strive to make our community a great place for all kids to grow up.
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-5). 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. 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 required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, crouching, squating, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 80% walking & standing. Work environment noise level is usually moderate but can be noisy at times. All requirements are subject to reasonable accommodations.
LOCATION
Los Robles Elementary School (Spanish Immersion School)
WORK SCHEDULE
- 24-29 hours per week
- Five days a week, Monday through Friday
- Hours vary by site:
- Generally, 2:00pm to 8:00pm (Monday-Thursday), 1-7pm (Friday)
- 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 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
- Contributing to a thriving community for youth growth: Beyond measure
As part of the hiring process, BGCP requires candidates to complete a LiveScan fingerprinting, background check, and tuberculosis (TB) test.
Disclaimer: The above declarations are not intended to be an "all-inclusive" list of all duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
Salary : $22 - $25
