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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; graduating senior working toward a high school diploma.
• 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.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (navigating websites, email suites, search engines).
• Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools (Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo).

Skills

• Arts and crafts
• STEM/STEAM
• Reading
• Character development
• Physical fitness
• Nutrition
• Basic computer skills
• Online educational tools
• Homework assistance
• Academic enrichment
• Classroom organization
• Diversity and inclusion
• Safety supervision
• Communication
• Judgment
• Activity organization

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• In-person
• Virtual programming (if necessary)

Experience Level

• Entry-level

Education Level

• High school diploma (in progress)

Salary/Compensations

• $19.12 per hour

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
• Opportunities to work during school breaks (Spring Break, Christmas)
• Paid holidays after 1 year of employment
• 401(k)-retirement plan eligibility after 12 months and 1000 hours of service (with employer match and safe harbor contribution)
• Paid trainings
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Service Awards
• Housing discount (20% off market rate after 6 months of 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.