Youth Development Professional - YDP-ELEM-HAL-FALL26

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

9d•$18 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has a 75-year history of serving the San Leandro and San Lorenzo community as the primary provider of youth services. Our 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 for youth ages 4 to 18, including after-school programming, school break day camps, and summer camps. We provide a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where youth can thrive across 25 Club sites in San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Union City, and Hayward school-based sites, as well as the Teen Clubhouse. Working at BGCSL is more than a job; it's an opportunity to make a real impact on young lives. We are committed to our staff as much as to the youth we serve, offering valuable experience, a supportive environment, and opportunities for growth. Join BGCSL to unlock your potential and enjoy a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun work experience.

Requirements

This is an entry level role and no prior experience working with youth is required.
Multi-conversational language skills a HUGE plus (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog).
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.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Accountable; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Consistently at work, meetings, and appointments, and is on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
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.
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.
Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly; Vigilant.
Negative TB screen required.

Nice To Haves

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.
Create and lead engaging afterschool programs and activities for a group of approximately 20 students.
Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.
Partake in additional duties due to site/ratio needs.
Travel to other sites in the district if needed and to ensure ratio needs are met temporarily.
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.