Youth Program - Summer Program

The Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our team as a Youth Program Summer Staff Member. The Youth Program Staff will plan and lead high‑quality youth enrichment activities through the district's out‑of‑school‑time/summer programs. Staff will be required to serve as positive role models for all youth and independently supervise groups of up to 20 at a time.

Positions are available at our elementary and middle/high school sites; some positions may work at multiple sites.

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission:
To become a justice‑center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

This job posting is open until May 1. Applicants will be considered upon the submission of their application. The posting will close early if all positions have been filled. The posting will be open to external applicants on 3/1/2026.

Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

• We stand front and center
• We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance
• We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems
• Our diversity fuels learning
• We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

• Create culturally responsive, high‑quality lesson plans for out‑of‑school‑time activities that are tied to program and district goals and initiatives.
• Provide lesson plans and supply lists to program coordinator in a timely manner.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction in the area(s) of expertise with up to 20 students at a time, accommodating differences in developmental styles and learning.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students and colleagues to promote a positive program climate.
• Ensure the physical, social, and emotional safety of all students at all times.
• Support student needs and address behavior concerns from a strengths‑based perspective.
• Support the expansion, alignment, and successful implementation of 21st Century OST programming by completing training, assisting in continuous quality improvement data collection (surveys, interviews, etc.), and utilizing best practices for lesson planning and student engagement.
• Assist the nutrition services department by distributing snacks or meals, tracking distribution, and cafeteria supervision.
• Supervise students during unstructured playtimes.
• Support daily program needs as they arise by being flexible and accommodating.
• Establish effective communication with families, staff, partners, and students.
• Assist in coordinating student leadership opportunities in collaboration with the Youth Programs Coordinator and others. Represent the community schools team at community engagement events.
• Communicate the Community Schools' philosophy and programs to all stakeholders.
• Recruit students for the program. Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

$19.00/hour for year one, $21.00/hour for year 2+.

Positions Available for STEP at BCE and LEAP at BCS-

Duty Days:
Monday‑Thursday, June 15‑July 23.

Periodic trainings for this position will start May 1, with actual hours starting June 8.

Hours:

STEP: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm or 8:15 am – 1:30 pm / LEAP 9:00 am – 2:30 pm or 9:15 am – 2:15 pm.

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• High school diploma, preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to positively interact with youth and support their development.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations and urban school settings preferred.
• Previous experience with and understanding of out‑of‑school‑time youth programs.
• Thorough knowledge of school and district rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Community Schools model.
• Thorough knowledge of Youth Program Quality Assessment or equivalent.
• Knowledge and understanding of effective community partnerships and community and civic engagement experience.
• General knowledge of grant and project reporting, including data collection and evaluation.

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