About the Role
The Youth Program Assistant will lead daily activities and engage youth in education-centered after school and summer youth programs, including homework assistance, fitness, reading, and enrichment. Responsibilities will be carried out in a predominantly in-person setting with virtual programming if necessary.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead meaningful activities including arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, reading, character development, physical fitness, and nutrition in physical and/or online settings.
- Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for program activities.
- Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom and common areas.
- Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity.
- Serve as a positive role model for participants.
- Maintain accurate program documentation.
- Ensure safety and supervision of participants.
- Follow CDC Guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Comply with all required policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Assist with distribution of snacks and meals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in the United States and pass a criminal background check (Fingerprint check required at some sites).
- Minimum 18 years of age; graduating senior - Must be working toward a high school diploma to be earned at the end of the current school year.
- Must enjoy working with children K-5th grade.
- Flexibility to meet the changing work needs and demands.
- Ability to lead various fitness activities as well supervise/participate in sports.
- Ability to organize activities and make sound judgments.
- Ability to interact with a range of age groups.
- Available to work at a Learning Center Monday through Friday preferably 2:30-6:15. Start time may be flexible due to high school schedule.
- Occasional lifting, twisting, bending standing and sitting.
- Frequent walking and participation in basic exercise movements.
- Exposure to various weather conditions including sun, wind and rain.
- Occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials may occur.
- May be asked to clean up bodily fluids with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided.
- Ability to work in all types of climate atmospheres, such as hot, rainy or wet environments. Inside and outside.
Skills
- Basic computer skills (navigating websites, email suites, search engines).
- Proficiency in online educational tools such as Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo, or willingness to learn.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish, Arabic or other) preferred.
Location
- In-person setting
- Virtual programming if necessary
Work Type
- After school program
- Summer youth programs
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Graduating senior
- Preferred volunteer or work experience with school age children; including babysitting, child care, tutoring.
Education Level
- Working toward a high school diploma
Salary/Compensations
- Hourly rate: $19.12
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of paid sick leave after 30 hours of work, up to 68 hours.
- Weekends off and some school holidays off.
- Opportunities to work during Spring Break and Christmas.
- Paid holidays after 1 year of employment.
- Retirement Plan: Eligible for 401(k) after 12 months of employment and 1000 hours of service (& age 21) with a 2% match and 3% safe harbor contribution.
- Paid trainings and opportunities for professional development.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential 24/7 phone support and referral for personal issues, including mental health, stress, legal and family problems. Up to 3 counseling sessions per year per issue.
- Service Awards: Gift after 12 months of employment, with additional awards for increased tenure.
- Housing: Eligible for a 20% discount on market rate rent at a Foundation Communities property after 6 months of employment and working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Opportunities for performance-based pay increases.
- Fun work environment.
About the Company
- Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.
