Recreation Linked Day Program Leader

YMCA of Greater San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

208d • $20 - $22

About The Position

The Academic Linked Day Program Leader fosters a supportive partnership between the school day and after-school programs by engaging students during various structured and flexible times. This role focuses on supporting academic growth, particularly for students needing additional literacy interventions, including English Learners, with the goal of improving reading, writing, and math skills. During after-school hours, the Program Leader manages a class of approximately 20 students, providing enrichment activities and homework support. Collaborating with the school’s instructional leadership, this position ensures alignment with academic goals and promotes students' success both during and after school.

Requirements

• 18+ for elementary programs; 21+ for middle school programs.
• Associate’s degree or higher, or High School diploma/equivalent with one of the following:
• 48+ completed college units (verified by transcript),
• Passing score on the CA Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST), or
• Passing score on a District Instructional Aide Exam.
• Experience working with elementary or middle school students.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Knowledge or expertise in youth development.
• Available Monday–Friday during program hours (9:30 am-6:00 pm, shifts may vary, up to 40 hours/week).
• TB Test clearance within last 2 years (required for programs on school district sites).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in child development or related field.
• 2 or more years of experience working with elementary or middle school-aged youth.
• Experience with EPs, SSTs, 504s and all other interventions and accommodation plans.
• Knowledge of school district reading and writing assessments and curriculum.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of students identified for academic support.
• Design Individual Service Plans (ISPs) incorporating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) components to enhance student learning.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers to support student success.
• Create incentive programs to foster student engagement and motivation.
• Coordinate with school-day teachers to implement targeted literacy interventions.
• Ensure alignment of after-school activities with school-day academic goals.
• Track student progress through assessments and data.
• Plan and implement regular assessments and program evaluations.
• Maintain accurate records for program evaluation and effectiveness.
• Adhere to the YMCA San Francisco Child Care Staff Manual to ensure all youth programs meet safety and security requirements according to YMCA of San Francisco (YSF) guidelines and policies.
• Completing weekly attendance reports and meeting all deadlines as assigned.
• Maintain respectful communication with all stakeholders (staff, students, parents, and volunteers).
• Attending staff meetings and training sessions as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree