Youth Program Leader - East Palo Alto, United States - Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula

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East Palo Alto, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

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 5,400 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-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 Daly City, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, San Mateo, or South San Francisco 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 1020 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 teambuilding activities.
Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and BGCP leadership.
Engage in weekly checkins 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 TK8 youth.
Experience building relationships with diverse youth communities and constituents.
Ability to motivate through positive reinforcement.
Strong communication skills.
Flexible in navigating a fastpaced environment.
Preferred one year of experience working with TK8 youth.
Spanish fluency is a plus.

LOCATION
Los Robles Elementary School

WORK SCHEDULE
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

SALARY & BENEFITS