Ferndale Youth Development Professional

Where passion meets impact

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, our goal is to develop our next generation of community leaders. We are proud to be the largest youth‑serving organization in Whatcom County and we are always looking for dedicated educators to enrich our classrooms, clubhouses, and our community. We believe it is important for our team to reflect the diverse neighborhoods we are located in and strive to be a safe, patient place for all kids.

Our Lynden clubhouse is actively seeking (1) Youth Development Professional that is able to work a fixed schedule Monday through Friday from 2:00‑6:30 pm and 10:00 am to 5:30 pm on early release days.

Our part‑time Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) offer engaging after‑school enrichment working directly with youth from Kindergarten through Fifth grade. Our YDPs run daily programs ranging from physical movement, STEM, art, technology, and more. We work together to create a safe and nurturing environment by meeting kids where they are at.

This individual will also fully embody BGCWC's DNA Culture Code and amplify it within their teams. Learn about our DNA code here: BGCWC DNA Code.

If you enjoy being in the company of elementary‑aged kids and want to make a difference, you've come to the right place and we look forward to meeting you!

Visit our website to learn more about how we are inspiring opportunities and modeling excellence for everyone who walks through our doors.

PAY RANGE: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

• Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
• No weekend work
• Sick days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part‑time employees
• 401k plan after 60 days (up to 6% match after 1 year of service)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. We value diversity — in backgrounds and experiences — and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply. Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.