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.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- 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 changing work needs and demands.
- Ability to lead fitness activities and supervise/participate in sports.
- Ability to organize activities and make sound judgments.
- Ability to interact with a range of age groups.
- Available to work Monday through Friday, preferably 2:30 PM-6:15 PM.
Skills
- Basic computer skills (navigating websites, email suites, search engines).
- Proficiency in online educational tools (Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo) or willingness to learn.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions.
- Ability to work in hot, rainy, or wet environments, both inside and outside.
Location
- 3226 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78748
Work Type
- Afterschool Program (school year)
- Summer Program (June and July)
- In-person
- Virtual programming (if necessary)
Experience Level
- Graduating senior
Education Level
- High school diploma (in progress)
Salary/Compensations
- $19.12 Hourly
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus ($300 for new employees)
- Paid Sick Leave (1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 68 hours)
- Weekends off
- Some school holidays off
- Paid holidays after 1 year of employment
- Retirement Plan (401(k) with match and safe harbor contribution after 12 months and 1000 hours of service, age 21)
- Paid trainings and professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Service Awards
- Housing discount (20% off market rate after 6 months employment and minimum 20 hours/week)
- Opportunities for performance-based pay increases
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.
