School Program Youth Leader

SBCS Corporation•National City, CA

11h•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The School Programs Youth Leader works under the supervision of SBCS Site Supervisors to supervise, develop, and implement academic, enrichment, and social-emotional activities for groups of 10–20 youth in the after-school program. The role helps students improve academic skills and meet performance goals in core subjects, while providing services consistent with SBCS’s goals, mission, and approach. The Youth Leader collaborates with school site personnel to meet grant, school district, and SBCS program goals and objectives. SBCS’s Before and After School Programs partner with local schools to provide safe extended-learning and recreational environments through ASES and ASSETS grants. Activities include homework support, organized sports, arts, and other academic enrichment for students in grades 1–12. This position is temporary and part-time, at 19 hours per week, and is based at Granger Junior. The listed schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00–6:30 p.m., and Friday, 1:00–6:30 p.m. Pay is $18.75–$19.50 per hour. Employment may be conditioned on satisfactory completion of background clearances, which may include a Department of Justice criminal background check requiring fingerprints (Live Scan), screening through the National Sex Offender Public Website, a tuberculosis test, and additional program-required clearances. The position may require availability for evening or weekend special events. SBCS is an equal opportunity employer and states that employment is at will.

Requirements

Must be at least one year removed from high school graduation and three years removed from graduation or matriculation from the SUHSD school to which the applicant is applying.
If the candidate does not have 48 college credits, they must meet and provide documentation of the minimum qualifications for a Classroom Assistant.
Must be highly dependable.
Must have a warm, friendly personality and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population.
Must be able to lead sports, games, and curriculum activities and monitor behavior.
Must be able to provide leadership and stability to the program.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor’s degree is highly desirable; a passing score on the district’s Instructional Assistant Test is acceptable.
At least one year of experience working with youth and/or children is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning and implementing the program in accordance with SBCS policies and goals, California Department of Education requirements, and Sweetwater Union High School District requirements.
Supervise participants, model positive behavior, and provide guidance.
Organize age-appropriate materials and supplies, and clean work areas after activities and group rotations.
Assist with developing and maintaining accurate program records, including participant registration and daily attendance.
Help meet attendance goals for specific programs.
Recruit participants and promote the program to school youth and parents.
Participate in preparing daily schedules and curriculum, including academic enrichment, snack distribution, recreation, and leadership development as needed.
Plan and coordinate age-appropriate activities and events.
Support students with a consistent, fair, and professional demeanor, appropriate role modeling, emotional support, patience, and an engaging attitude; ensure safety and emergency procedures are maintained.
Report students’ academic, behavioral, and performance progress to the Site Supervisor, and confer about student needs as necessary.
Develop positive relationships and collaborate with school personnel.
Set up and take down classrooms for regular after-school activities.
Provide tutoring and academic enrichment in support of school site goals and standards.
Observe, monitor, and guide student behavior using grade-appropriate corrective strategies; offer positive feedback and alternatives.
Be available for school or SBCS special events as needed, including evenings or weekends.
Ensure contractual requirements and SBCS policies and procedures are fulfilled.
Attend required meetings and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.