Youth Program Leader (Bilingual: English/Spanish)

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula•Redwood City, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) is seeking a Youth Program Leader to empower youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities. This role is responsible for leading a classroom to deliver safe and effective learning environments for students through teaching, facilitation, and coordination. The Youth Program Leader will work with different grade bands (TK-8) and report to the Associate Site Director. This position is for the 2026-2027 school year and requires availability five days a week during the school year at one of BGCP's sites in Daly City, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, San Mateo, or South San Francisco. The role involves guiding students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful and fun context, drawing upon best practices in youth development.

Requirements

Commitment to BGCP’s mission and vision and working with TK-8 youth
Experience building relationships with diverse youth communities and constituents
Ability to motivate through positive reinforcement
Strong communication skills
Flexible in navigating a fast-paced environment
Must be 18 years of age
Spanish fluency is required

Nice To Haves

Preferred one year of experience working with TK-8 youth

Responsibilities

Manage a classroom of approximately 10-20 students per 1 staff
Provide academic mentoring and homework assistance
Lead students through academic activities
Adapt lesson plans for delivering enrichment classes and clubs (art, cooking, STEM, fitness, etc.)
Conduct life skills and team-building activities
Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and BGCP leadership
Engage in weekly check-ins and participate in staff meetings
Maintain a positive, safe, productive work environment
Participate in supporting special events and field trips
Attend training and professional development opportunities