Afterschool Program Leader

Job Title:

After-School Program Leader

Part-Time Hourly

Gilroy, CA

Site Coordinator, Assistant Site Coordinator, Program Manager, Associate Director Expanded Learning

Starting from $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Under the general direction of the Site Coordinator and with support from the Program Manager and Assistant Program Manager the Program Leader provides direct leadership in conducting a culturally responsive academic enrichment program to assist children in language arts, math enrichment, social development, and homework help/tutoring. The Program Leader encourages student success and self-esteem using materials and curriculum provided by the program such as sports and games, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math), visual and performing arts, and community building circles.

• Training opportunities, hands on experience for future teachers, counselors and social workers.
• Community collaboration and partnerships.
• Pathways to potential district employment and community based organizations.

• Uphold the mission, vision, and core values of the Youth Alliance.
• In coordination with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager and Assistant Program Manager, serve as an active member of the after school program team, which includes developing and maintaining a safe, orderly, fun, and supportive learning environment in which children thrive.
• With the guidance and assistance from the Site Coordinator, PM, and APM, plan, implement and participate in developmentally appropriate curriculum for groups of children including homework and tutoring assistance, and enrichment and recreation activities.
• Direct students into safe activities and in the development of beneficial social behavior using positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
• Actively participate in staff development workshops and other staff meetings that are designed to contribute to personal and professional growth and program success.
• Manage classroom operations, including completing attendance reports, student or program evaluations, and other reports as assigned.
• Communicate program, supply, or student concerns to the Site Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate, up to date records on the behavioral and health concerns, for each child throughout participation in the program.
• Develop professional and positive relationships with the children, parents, and volunteers, as well as school and program staff or community partners through consistent, culturally competent, and professional communication.
• Coordinate assistance of assigned youth and adult volunteers in the delivery of the curriculum by providing specific instructions and feedback. Report any concerns to the Site Coordinator as soon as possible.
• Monitor student’s academic performance and attendance through regular communication with students, parents, school staff, and the Site Coordinator.
• Conduct evaluations and implement recommendations from periodic program evaluations.
• Assist the Site Coordinator with developing, conducting, and supervising events such as field trips or special activities to improve student success and the well-being of program participant families.
• Participate in advocacy, special events, or fund development opportunities to raise awareness and resources of agency services and programs for youth.
• Ensure that the program meets attendance goals by assisting with recruitment of youth and in implementing an on-going recruitment plan.
• Assist in administering a daily nutritional snack.
• Ensure work areas are orderly and clean at the end of each session.
• Administer first aid, if necessary and seek assistance for serious illness/injury.
• Implement applicable district, agency, and all grant policies and regulations.
• Arrive on time for scheduled work shifts and perform work duties for the entire shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Preferred requirements: a minimum of 48 college credit units or an Associate’s degree.
• Minimum requirements:
  
  High School Diploma or GED. Must be able to pass the Instructional Aide Test.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• Passion for…