Youth Development Professional; After-School - Elementary

Position Overview

Youth Development Professional (YDP) - Elementary
Part-Time, On-Site

Organization: Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) |
Location: Corvallis Elementary (SLZUSD) - San Leandro, CA |
Department: Programming

Reports to: Program Manager |
Direct Reports: None |
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $20-$25/hr |
Benefits: Paid Sick Leave

For more than 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has proudly served as the leading provider of youth services in San Leandro and surrounding communities. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people—especially those who need us most—to reach their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment.

When school is out, Clubs are in! BGCSL offers a wide range of programs for youth ages 4 to 18, including after-school programs, school break day camps, summer camps, and more. We provide supportive spaces where our youth can learn, grow, and thrive. BGCSL serves more than 5,000 youth across 25 Clubs, including 24 school-based Clubs in San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Hayward, and Union City, and our dedicated Teen Clubhouse.

At BGCSL, we build Great Futures—and our team is the driving force behind our impact. You’re joining a nationwide movement. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, invest in training and professional development, and create opportunities to have a meaningful impact on our youth and community. We invite you to apply today and start your journey with BGCSL.

Essential Functions

• Engaged Supervision – Maintain constant supervision and create a secure, nurturing environment where young children feel safe, comfortable, and supported.
• Facilitate Engaging Activities – Lead interactive, play-based learning experiences that encourage language development, sensory exploration, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Adapt and Implement Lessons – Deliver developmentally appropriate activities that build early literacy, math concepts, problem-solving, and self-regulation, adapting to individual needs.
• Create a Positive Learning Environment – Establish predictable routines, model positive behavior, and use proactive strategies to guide social skills, emotional expression, and conflict resolution.
• Build Positive Relationships – Foster trust and attachment through warmth, encouragement, and individualized attention.
• Manage Daily Operations – Oversee transitions, snack time, rest periods, toileting, and play with a structured yet flexible routine.
• Collaborate with Your Team – Work with colleagues to share observations, adjust strategies, and maintain a cohesive, developmentally supportive environment.
• Be Flexible and Support Where Needed – Assist with various needs, modify activities, or adjust the day’s structure as required.

• Commitment to Safety & Quality
• Accountability and Integrity
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Listening
• Cultural Competency
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Financial Stewardship
• Results Orientation
• Change Management & Adaptability

Required

• No prior experience required—entry-level with hands-on training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing transitions, playtime, and structured learning with flexibility and patience.
• High emotional intelligence and integrity, with understanding of early social-emotional development.
• Ability to connect authentically with young children, building trust through warmth and consistent engagement.
• Extreme patience and calmness under pressure, supporting children through big emotions, conflicts, or new experiences.

Preferred

• Multi-conversational language skills (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog).
• Education, coursework, or experience in Early Childhood Development, Education, or related fields preferred.

Position will primarily be at a school-based site within BGCSL. Occasional flexibility may be needed for organizational events or deadlines. Key aspects:

• Frequently stand and walk; occasionally sit
• Hand and finger dexterity; physical activities including climbing and bending
• Talk or hear regularly; exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Occasionally…