Substitute Youth Development Professional

Title: Substitute Youth Development Professional (S-YDP)

Organization: Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro

Location: San Leandro, CA/San Lorenzo, CA/Union City, CA?

Department: Programs

Reports to: Program Resource Manager

Direct Reports: NA

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type & Pay Rate: Part-Time (10-15hrs) / $25-$35

For over 75 years, the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) has proudly served the San Leandro and San Lorenzo community as the primary provider of youth services. Our unwavering mission is to inspire youth—especially those who need us most—to achieve their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment. We offer a wide range of programs to youth ages 4 to 18 years old, including after-school programming, school break day camps, and summer camps.

We take pride in providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where our youth can have fun and thrive across 25 Club sites, including San Leandro, San Lorenzo, New Haven school-based sites and the Teen Clubhouse.

Working at the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people. Great futures start with YOU, and here, you'll find that we are as committed to our staff as we are to the youth we serve. By working with us, you'll gain valuable experience that will enhance your skills and open doors to future possibilities, all while enjoying a supportive and dynamic environment that promotes collaboration and innovation.

Join BGCSL to unlock your potential and enjoy a range of benefits that make your work experience rewarding, fulfilling, and fun.

• You thrive in a part-time role with a consistent schedule.?
• You’re eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in the community.?
• You bring dedication and enthusiasm to your work, inspiring others around you.?
• Your reliability ensures that both the team and the youth can count on you.?
• You embrace the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues and youth in a fun and safe environment.?
• You have experience working with youth in a non-profit or similar setting.?
• You are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, justice, and accessibility, and bring this commitment to all aspects of your work.?

This is an on-caller, part-time position requiring flexibility to work at various locations across the San Lorenzo, San Leandro, and New Haven Unified School Districts. Reliable transportation and schedule adaptability are essential for this role.

• Supervision & Safety: Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for youth participants.
• Program Facilitation: Lead engaging after-school programs and activities for a group of approximately 20 students.
• Lesson Planning: Facilitate lesson plans and activities that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.

• Establish classroom rules and behavior.
• Provide for children's basic needs and ensure supervision.
• Adapt teaching methods to children's interests and learning styles.
• Manage classroom activities, lessons, play, breaks, and meals.
• Track children's progress and communicate effectively with parents and teachers.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.

• Mentoring: Serve as a positive role model and mentor to young participants, fostering their self-esteem and personal development.
• Maintaining a Positive Environment: Cultivate a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and respected.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with colleagues to ensure program goals are met and share best practices.

• This role requires 2 years of professional experience working with youth.
• Must be at least 21 years or older to apply.
• Multi-conversational language skills a HUGE plus (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog).
• Candidates with experience, education, or coursework in Early Childhood Development, Education, or related fields will be given…