Youth Leader - Expanded Learning Programs (Escondido)

YMCA of San Diego County • Escondido, CA

88d • $19 - $23

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Youth Leader – Expanded Learning Programs (ELP) is responsible for the direct supervision of program participants, and for the daily planning and implementation of expanded learning program activities. The Youth Leader collaborates with other team members, families, and school personnel to provide participants with academic support, enrichment activities, and other student programs that increase student skill building, encourage healthy choices and behaviors, promote diversity and equity, support youth voice and leadership, and increase overall academic achievement. The Youth Leader position requires high energy, dedication, patience, and a strong desire to mentor youth, strengthen families, and serve the community.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma/GED
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act in an emergency situation
• Physical ability to lead activities such as sports, games, academic assistance, assemblies, transitions, and other program activities
• Completion of one of the following: 48 college credits at an institution of higher education, AA/AS degree, OR passing score on district’s Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide proficiency exam

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise program participants, ensuring their guidance and safety at all times
• Assist in the planning, management, and implementation of age-appropriate program activities that engage students in active and meaningful experiences
• Communicate in a positive and professional manner with all participants, families, school and district personnel, and community partners
• Collaborate with school personnel and program partners to align high quality academic activities and coordinate student services
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students
• Ensure that program meets the requirements of the ASES/21st CCLC grants, school district, and the YMCA of San Diego County
• Perform daily duties that ensure space is properly maintained, organized, clean, and safe
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act in an emergency situation
• Physical ability to lead activities such as sports, games, academic assistance, assemblies, transitions, and other program activities

Benefits

• Employee benefits as outlined by YMCA of San Diego County

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees