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About the Role

The Assistant Youth Educator supports the delivery of engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate after-school programming for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. This role collaborates with program staff to create a positive learning environment that promotes students' academic growth, social-emotional development, creativity, physical activity, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and facilitate engaging enrichment activities.
• Assist with the development and implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities.
• Provide individual and group support to students based on their needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students and serve as a supportive role model.
• Support homework assistance, academic enrichment, recreational activities, arts, STEM, sports, and other program activities.
• Implement effective classroom and behavior-management strategies.
• Address student behavior appropriately and communicate significant incidents or concerns promptly.
• Assist students in developing positive communication, teamwork, conflict-resolution, and social-emotional skills.
• Participate in indoor and outdoor activities, including recreational games, sports, field trips, and special events.
• Assist with daily program preparation, including setup, organization, and cleanup.
• Pick up students from neighboring schools and safely transition them into the after-school program.
• Maintain organized classrooms, activity areas, and program materials.
• Monitor program supplies and promptly report lost, damaged, or misused materials.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, student sign-in/sign-out documentation, participation records, and other required program reports.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, school personnel, and community partners.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming environment.
• Follow all organizational, school, safety, and program policies and procedures.
• Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and program planning sessions.
• Utilize computers, virtual platforms, and other technology as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of experience and/or training working with children, preferably in education, elementary school programming, recreation, after-school programming, or another youth-services setting.
• Strong classroom and behavior-management skills.
• Ability to develop and facilitate age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs and environments.
• Ability to utilize technology and virtual platforms when required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive and professional relationships with children and families.
• Ability to maintain constant communication with students and coworkers.
• Ability to remain stationary or on one's feet for extended periods.
• Ability to participate in and supervise indoor and outdoor youth activities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers, tablets, communication systems, and other technology-related equipment.
• Professionalism, reliability, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to the safety and development of every student.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Protect student confidentiality.
• Follow mandated organizational and safety procedures.
• Contribute to a positive team environment.

Skills

• Classroom management
• Behavior management
• Activity facilitation
• Lesson planning
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Technology utilization
• Virtual platform use
• Relationship building
• Conflict resolution
• Social-emotional skill development

Location

• In-person

Work Type

• After-school programming
• Part-time

Experience Level

• 1+ year of experience working with children

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent

About the Company

• Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

• Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.