Youth Program Assistant - Southwest Trails

Youth Program Assistant

The Youth Program Assistant will lead daily activities and engage youth in education-centered after-school and summer youth programs, including but not limited to, homework/academic assistance, fitness, reading, and enrichment. Responsibilities will be carried out in a predominantly in-person setting with virtual programming if necessary.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for program activities in an in-person and virtual setting

Plan and lead meaningful activities that include; but are not limited to, arts and crafts, reading, character development, physical fitness, and/or nutrition in a physical and online setting for students at the intended work site and other sites as needed

Primary activities will have a stronger focus on STEM/STEAM, coding, robotics, and 3D printing, academic support in mathematics

Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities

Ensure the safety and supervision of students

Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants

Maintain accurate program documentation

Maintain a clean and organized classroom as well as common areas

Maintain a safe working environment for students

Minimum Requirements

Available to work Monday through Friday from 2:30-6:15, with more hours as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check with a Fingerprint check

Proficiency in basic computer skills such as navigating websites, using email suites (Gmail, Outlook, etc.), and search engines

Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools such as Google Classrooms, Zoom, and ClassDojo, amongst others

Flexibility to meet the changing work needs and demands

Ability to lead various fitness activities as well as supervise/participate in sports

Ability to organize activities and make sound judgments

Ability to interact with a range of age groups

Preferred Requirements

Bilingual (Spanish)

Six months of experience working with children; preferably providing educational and/or support to economically disadvantaged families

Coursework in Education, Child Development, and/or other related fields

Knowledgeable in the fields of STEAM, particularly coding, robotics, and 3d Printing.

Working Conditions

Ability to work in all types of climate atmospheres (hot and cold temperatures) and wet environments, both inside and outside. Occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials can be expected. May be asked to clean up bodily fluids with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. Must be willing and able to lift small children, sit/stand or play for 2 hours at a time.

Compensation

$19.65 /hour

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

Foundation Communities provides an excellent benefits package including employer-paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program, and paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.

Foundation Communities is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & Gender identity.