After-School Youth Development Professional - San Lorenzo

Job Description

Description
Title: Youth Development Professional (YDP) - San Lorenzo

Organization: Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro

Location: San Lorenzo School-Based Site (Multiple Sites)

Department: Programming

Direct Reports: None

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Part-Time, On-Site

Compensation: $20-$25/hour

Benefits: Paid Sick-Leave, EAP, Calm, Paid Holidays

As a Youth Development Professional, you’ll create a safe, fun, and inclusive after-school environment where middle school youth can learn, grow, and build confidence. Through engaging activities and mentorship, you’ll support their academic success and social-emotional development.

This role directly contributes to Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro by fostering positive youth development and ensuring a high-quality after-school experience. What makes this role unique is the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work with a diverse team, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic, supportive setting.

• Bay Elementary
• Bohannon Middle
• Colonial Acres Elementary
• Corvallis Elementary
• Dayton Elementary
• Del Rey Elementary
• Edendale Middle
• Grant Elementary
• Lorenzo Manor Elementary
• Washington Manor Middle

• Transformative Leadership We lead with emotional intelligence, empathy, and humility to create positive change. Supporting students and teammates with a team-first mindset, staying flexible to assist at various sites and with different age groups, and building safe, inclusive spaces through emotionally intelligent interactions.
• Resilience We approach challenges with a growth mindset, courage, and adaptability. Embracing daily unpredictability with energy, staying solutions-oriented during tough moments, and using proactive strategies to navigate youth behavior while continuously improving programs and practices.
• Youth-Centered Approach We make every decision with youth needs at the forefront. Prioritizing safety and well-being, building relationships rooted in trust, incorporating youth voices into activities, and delivering age-appropriate, engaging programs that empower and advocate for our members.

• Engaging Supervision – Create a safe, structured, and welcoming environment where all youth feel supported.
• Facilitate Engaging Activities – Lead fun and meaningful after-school programs that promote learning, creativity, and social development.
• Adapt and Implement Lessons – Deliver curriculum-based activities while modifying approaches to meet the needs and interests of elementary-aged students.
• Create a Positive Learning Environment – Establish clear expectations, routines, and behavior management strategies to keep youth engaged.
• Build Positive Relationships – Foster trust and inclusion by mentoring youth, encouraging participation, and recognizing individual strengths.
• Manage Daily Operations – Oversee transitions, playtime, meals, and lessons to ensure a smooth and structured program flow.
• Collaborate with Your Team – Work closely with colleagues to improve activities, support program goals, and share best practices.
• Be Flexible and Support Where Needed – Step in to assist at different sites or take on additional responsibilities to meet program needs.

• Commitment to Safety & Quality – Prioritizing physical, emotional, and psychological safety while maintaining high quality standards.
• Accountability and Integrity – Demonstrating ethical behavior, transparency, and responsibility.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making – Identifying challenges, creating solutions, and executing effective plans.
• Communication & Listening – Practicing clear, empathetic communication and active listening.
• Cultural Competency – Advancing equity, inclusion, and respect across all communities.
• Leadership – Inspiring and guiding teams toward shared goals.
• Teamwork – Collaborating effectively and building strong working relationships.
• Financial Stewardship – Using resources wisely with a focus on sustainability.
• Results Orientation – Tracking progress and delivering measurable impact.
• Change Management & Adaptability – Navigating and embracing change…