Youth Program Leader
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Youth Program Leader

A Unique Opportunity:

ASAS is currently seeking exceptional and dynamic youth leaders to assist in providing leadership and support in academic, cultural and recreational enrichment. Under the direct supervision of the Site Manager, the Program Leader will provide a safe environment that educates, enlightens and inspires youth in a school setting. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a great personality, passionate about serving youth in an educational setting, with the ability to mentor elementary and middle school students.

Specific Responsibilities:

The Program Leader, under the direction of the Program Director, is responsible for the daily implementation of the After-School All-Stars program model:

· Lead and assist in planning (prep-time) and implementation of the daily after-school program under the direct supervision of a Site Manager

· Responsible for executing lesson plans and activities with a classroom of up to 18 students (depending on age)

· Lead and assist in preparing a creative environment using academic, cultural, and recreational enrichment including the preparation of needed supplies and materials

· Collaborate with the Programming team to establish and maintain high-quality programs

· Use age-appropriate methods that include youth development principles

· Supervise participants in the activity areas

· Maintain professional attitude, rapport, and appearance with all program stakeholders

· Communicate with school staff, parents, and other family members regarding program activities, student needs, academic performance, and events

· Attend all required staff meetings and trainings

· Availability to work evenings and weekends if necessary

· Willing to travel to off-site meetings, trainings, and events

· To perform other duties as assigned

Work Hours:
Must be available Monday-Friday, 2:30pm - 6:30pm

Who Should Apply?
The successful candidate will have a year or more of youth development program experience or related nonprofit experience. The individual will have a familiarity with and passion for working with youth. The PL must be energetic, youth-focused, and proactive, with a passion for providing high-quality programming to youth.

Education and/or Certification Requirements:

· Must be 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED

· Pass an FBI and BCI&I background check

Skills and Experience:

· Experience working with students in grades K-12 in recreational, educational and/or community youth outreach setting

· Coursework in education, social or human services, youth development, or related field is desirable

· Experience working with underserved populations

· Strong understanding of how children and youth develop, and the factors that influence child development

· Superior organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to effectively liaise with and motivate a variety of people in a multicultural entrepreneurial environment

· Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, including working some evenings and weekends as needed

· Fluency in a language other than English highly desired

We actively encourage diverse candidates to apply. ASAS Ohio provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, genetic information, or veteran status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.'

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations