Substitute Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro Hiring Team•San Leandro, CA

10h•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

For over 75 years, the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has proudly served the San Leandro and San Lorenzo community as the primary provider of youth services. Our unwavering mission is to inspire youth—especially those who need us most—to achieve their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment. We offer a wide range of programs to youth ages 4 to 18 years old, including after-school programming, school break day camps, and summer camps. We take pride in providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where our youth can have fun and thrive across 25 Club sites, including San Leandro, San Lorenzo, New Haven school-based sites and the Teen Clubhouse. Working at the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people. Great futures start with YOU, and here, you'll find that we are as committed to our staff as we are to the youth we serve. By working with us, you'll gain valuable experience that will enhance your skills and open doors to future possibilities, all while enjoying a supportive and dynamic environment that promotes collaboration and innovation. Join BGCSL to unlock your potential and enjoy a range of benefits that make your work experience rewarding, fulfilling, and fun. You thrive in a part-time role with a consistent schedule.? You’re eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in the community.? You bring dedication and enthusiasm to your work, inspiring others around you.? Your reliability ensures that both the team and the youth can count on you.? You embrace the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues and youth in a fun and safe environment.? You have experience working with youth in a non-profit or similar setting.? You are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, justice, and accessibility, and bring this commitment to all aspects of your work. Note: This is an on-call, part-time position requiring flexibility to work at various locations across the San Lorenzo, San Leandro, and New Haven Unified School Districts. Reliable transportation and schedule adaptability are essential for this role.

Requirements

This role requires 2 years of professional experience working with youth.
Must be at least 21 years or older to apply.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
A safety-first mindset.
High emotional intelligence and integrity.
Ability to connect in an authentic way with a diverse group of youth.
Collaborative nature to work well in teams and support member conflict resolution.
Extremely patient and able to work under pressure or emotionally volatile situations.
Genuine belief in the mission of BGCSL and the responsibility that comes with serving youth and the community.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Accountable; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Is consistently at work, meetings, and appointments, and is on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Interpersonal Skills and Communication: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. High emotional intelligence- can “read the room”. Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Writes clearly and informatively; Varies writing style to meet needs.
Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports and respects diversity in thought, demographics, experience, and personalities.
Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly; Vigilant.
Frequently required to stand
Frequently required to walk
Occasionally required to sit??
Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
Continually required to talk or hear
Rarely work in high, precarious places (playground equipment height)
Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds.
Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
(Communicable diseases in an office environment including COVID-19, common cold, and flu viruses. Negative TB screen required)
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-70 pounds (with support, a child that has fallen)

Nice To Haves

Multi-conversational language skills a HUGE plus (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog).
Candidates with experience, education, or coursework in Early Childhood Development, Education, or related fields will be given preference.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for youth participants.
Lead engaging after-school programs and activities for a group of approximately 20 students.
Facilitate lesson plans and activities that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.
Establish classroom rules and behavior.
Provide for children's basic needs and ensure supervision.
Adapt teaching methods to children's interests and learning styles.
Manage classroom activities, lessons, play, breaks, and meals.
Track children's progress and communicate effectively with parents and teachers.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
Serve as a positive role model and mentor to young participants, fostering their self-esteem and personal development.
Cultivate a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and respected.
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure program goals are met and share best practices.