Program Assistant

Be the Reason a Child Smiles Today.YSS is looking for energetic, caring, and dependable Kids Club Program Assistants! At Roland-Story Elementary School, you'll help create a safe, engaging, and fun environment for elementary-age children before school, after school, and on no-school days.For many families, Kids Club is more than childcare—it's a place where children can learn, explore, build friendships, and feel supported. As a Program Assistant, you'll help create the experiences that make that possible.Whether you're leading a game, helping with homework, serving a healthy snack, or simply being a positive role model, you'll play an important part in helping kids grow in confidence, skills, and connection.What You'll Do...Welcome kids as they arrive and help set the tone for a great day.Lead games, activities, and adventures that spark curiosity and creativity.Help with homework and cheer on academic wins—big and small.Encourage friendships, teamwork, and positive social skills.Create moments that help kids feel seen, supported, and successful.Keep things running smoothly while balancing fun, safety, and structure.Serve snacks, share laughs, and celebrate everyday achievements.Partner with families and school staff to support each child's growth.Leave each day knowing you've made a difference in a child's life.This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.Who Are You?You enjoy working with children and creating positive experiences that help them learn, grow, and succeed. You're dependable, patient, and energetic, with the ability to balance fun and structure while building strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers in a safe, supportive environment.Why YSS?At YSS, we believe in creating opportunities for young people to thrive—and that starts with investing in the people who support them. You'll join a mission-driven team dedicated to building brighter futures for Iowa youth and families. We also offer:Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramPersonal Wellness ProgramsPet Insurance DiscountsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerRetirement Savings OpportunitiesOngoing Training and Professional DevelopmentIf you're looking for meaningful part-time work where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.Learn more about Kids Club: want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMust be at least 16 years old.Must obtain CPR/First Aid certification within three months of hire.Must enjoy working with children.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrevious experience looking after, caring for, or supervising children.Ability to connect with children.The IDEAL candidate will:Be excited to come to work everyday.Feel comfortable helping kids with their homework.Have dependable transportation.Be committed to coming to work on time for all of their shifts.Speak a language(s) in addition to English.About YSS...One of Iowa's oldest and largest, youth-serving, nonprofit organizations, YSS's mission is to create hope and opportunity by putting kids first. We offer education, counseling, and stability to help youth succeed. With a diverse leadership team and a new 50-acre recovery campus opening in 2024, YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. For more about YSS, visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that our strength lies in the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. Our ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are central to our mission, and we are dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas.YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.The YSS Hiring ProcessCommunication with applicants is done primarily via email from our Paycom system. Please check your messages regularly. If you don't see messages in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. If you have questions about your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io - Complete an online application at – Applications are reviewed for qualifications.Interview – Initial phone interviews or direct in-person/virtual interviews..References – Submit name, title, email, and phone number for three or more references.Pre-employment Screening – YSS conducts criminal background checks and motor vehicle checks. If applicable, professional licensure is also verified.Offer – Selected applicants will receive a formal offer of employment in the Paycom system. #J-18808-Ljbffr