Older Youth Leader

Think Together • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Older Youth Leaders work directly with an assigned class of approximately 20–25 students, serving as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. The role requires a genuine interest in students’ growth and development and in providing a safe, nurturing environment. Leaders establish authority through leadership, communication, and patience, helping provide students with the stability and supportive atmosphere they need to succeed. The position takes hard work, flexibility, and commitment.

The Older Youth Leader provides homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. The role also involves creating an engaging, welcoming environment, supporting positive behavior, and implementing and helping create lesson plans.

Requirements

• At least 48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units, or a bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public school setting.
• Minimum age of 22.
• At least six months of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
• Advanced math and English skills for grades 6–12.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must pass Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
• Must provide a clear TB test.
• Must pass Advanced Math and English skills testing for grades K–8.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-literacy to support the English-learner population; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive adult role model through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for older youth.
• Support older youth in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Engage older youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level