Youth Program Leader; Bilingual Spanish​/English

Overview

POSITION Youth Program Leader (Bilingual Spanish/English)

Organization Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) – BGCP is the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, serving 6,700 TK-College students across 30 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We are committed to equitable access to opportunities that help students thrive in school and beyond, offering high-quality academic programs, enrichment activities, and access to mental health services.

OUR CORE VALUES Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity

To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive.

All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning.

The Youth Program Leader is responsible for leading a classroom to deliver safe and effective learning environments for students through teaching, facilitation, and coordination. This role provides professional development and personal growth opportunities as you work with different grade bands (TK-8). The role reports to the Associate Site Director and is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year at our Los Robles Elementary School & Menlo Park Clubhouse Sites.

Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context.

• Manage a classroom of approximately 10-20 students with 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
• Support special events and field trips
• Attend training and professional development opportunities
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

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

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, crouching, squatting, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 80% walking & standing. Work environment noise level is usually moderate but can be noisy  requirements are subject to reasonable accommodations.

Location
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East Palo Alto & Menlo Park (Los Robles McNair Academy & Menlo Park Clubhouse)

• 24-29 hours per week
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 2:00pm - 6:15pm
• Wednesday: 12:30pm - 6:15pm
• Weekly team meeting + additional professional development trainings

• Employment Status:
  Part-Time, Hourly
• Pay Range: $ per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
• Retirement Benefits: BGCP contributes to the 401(k) plan
• Contributing to a thriving community for youth growth

As part of the hiring process, BGCP requires candidates to complete a Live Scan fingerprinting, background check, and tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.

Disclaimer:
The above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of duties and responsibilities, but describe the general nature of the job.

BGCP is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable fair employment practices laws. We provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. BGCP is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions within our organization.