Youth Program Facilitator - Part Time

Job Summary

Assists in supporting youth, grades K-5, in partnership with our Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs, a program of Change, Inc. This role is vital in promoting academic success through the facilitation of enrichment activities in coordination with Minneapolis Public Schools. Responsible for engaging youth through creative instructional methods, building meaningful relationships, and promoting various academic, social, and emotional program outcomes.

This part‑time, non‑exempt position is 20 hours per week, Monday – Friday, hours are based on program needs and vary from summer to school year.

• Teaching Functions
  • Provide instruction in literacy and/or STEM to individuals and small groups.
  • Utilize grade level standards to guide daily objectives and outcomes.
  • Ensure a safe learning environment for youth while adapting lessons to accommodate the needs of those participants.
  • Maintain on‑going contact with Program Manager regarding youth progress and challenges.
  • Assist in completing any required progress monitoring or assessments.
• Administrative Functions
  • Assist the Program Manager in the development, implementation, and evaluation of youth progress in designated areas.
  • Responsible for drafting and regularly submitting daily or weekly Activity Guides to the Program Manager.
  • Work closely with the Program Manager to generate a robust and well‑rounded program calendar for youth participants and their families.
  • Monitor and oversee program forms and deadlines as they pertain to the session calendar outline.
  • Attend staff department meetings, training, and any outlined improvement initiatives.
• Additional Functions
  • Help organize and facilitate community engagement nights and showcase events.
  • Supervise youth while in the community and during collaborative community partnership events.
  • Participate in consistent engagement with program participant families and the local community.
• Other duties as assigned

• Education and Experience
  • Basic academic skills needed for tutoring elementary and middle school students.
  • Minnesota School Licensure in teaching, social work, or school counseling is a plus.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Bilingual in either Oromo, and/or Somali preferred.
  • Experience working with diverse urban youth and community populations.
  • Possesses knowledge of the state of Minnesota and Minneapolis Public Schools educational standards.
  • Experience in teaching youth in areas of literacy, STEM, and/or social emotional learning.
  • Experience facilitating to, and managing, youth groups of 10-20 participants.
• Licenses and Certifications
  • Valid MN Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance. Dependable transportation is required.
  • Minnesota School Licensure a plus
  • CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
  • ESL Teaching Certificate preferred.
• All agency employees must have the competency to work effectively in a mission‑driven agency whose clients and staff exhibit significant diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, nationality, and religion.

This position operates as part of our Out-of-School Time (OST) Program located at either our Luxton Learners campus or the Mulberry Junction campus. Our Luxton Learners program functions within the Luxton Park and Recreation Center in southeast Minneapolis.

Work hours are typically Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM with the ability to flex hours on Friday as needed. (OST Program hours are typically Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.)

Work hours for this position are typically Monday through Friday between the hours of 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM with the possibility to flex some hours as needed. (OST Program hours are typically Monday - Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.)