Youth Leader-Expanded Learning Programs at YMCA Expanded Learning Programs
About the Employer
We develop cause-driven leaders that work together to make an impact every day. As San Diego’s seventh largest employer, and the second largest YMCA in the United States, you’ll find rewarding opportunities at every level of your Y career to help make a Better Us. The Y's Expanded Learning Programs partners with school districts and charter organizations to provide before school, after school, and summer learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of children and youth through hands-on, engaging learning experiences.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Youth Leader – Expanded Learning Programs (ELP) is responsible for the direct supervision of up to 20 program participants, and for the daily planning and implementation of program activities. The Youth Leader collaborates with other team members, families, and school personnel to provide participants with academic support, enrichment activities, and other student programs that increase student skill building, encourage healthy choices and behaviors, promote diversity and equity, and support youth voice and leadership. The Youth Leader position requires high energy, dedication, patience, and a strong desire to mentor youth, strengthen families, and serve the community. Essential Duties: Actively supervise a group of up to 20 K-12 students, ensuring their guidance and safety at all times Assist in the planning, management and implementation of age-appropriate enrichment activities that engage students in active and meaningful experiences Provide homework assistance and academic/enrichment activities Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional and physical needs of all students Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma/GED. Must meet minimum qualifications for a highly qualified Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide in the district in which the assigned school operates; AA/AS degree, 48 college units or passing score on district’s Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide proficiency exam acceptable. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act in an emergency situation. Physical ability to lead activities such as sports, games, academic assistance, assemblies, transitions, and other program activities. Fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI required prior to working. TB test clearance within 60 days prior to employment or prior to working on a school site. Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training prior to wo
Requirements / Qualifications
Must be 18 or older High School Diploma or GED Must meet minimum qualifications for a highly qualified Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide in the district in which the assigned school operates: AA/AS degree, 48 college units, or passing score on district’s Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide proficiency exam acceptable CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following : American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute Fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI required prior to working
Requirements / Qualifications
Must be 18 or older High School Diploma or GED Must meet minimum qualifications for a highly qualified Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide in the district in which the assigned school operates: AA/AS degree, 48 college units, or passing score on district’s Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide proficiency exam acceptable CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following : American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute Fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI required prior to working
Comments and Other Information
Openings around San Diego County
Please apply to Youth Leader-Central Region (for City of San Diego), Youth Leader-North Region (for Escondido/Encinitas), and Youth Leader-South Region (for Chula Vista, National City, and San Ysidro) based on desired geographic work location.
Comments and Other Information
Openings around San Diego County
Please apply to Youth Leader-Central Region (for City of San Diego), Youth Leader-North Region (for Escondido/Encinitas), and Youth Leader-South Region (for Chula Vista, National City, and San Ysidro) based on desired geographic work location.