Summer Cadet Assistant Youth Program Professional

Enjoy working with kids? Want to gain some experience in working with youth and have some fun along the way? Stateline Boys & Girls Clubs is the perfect place for you! Join a fun, energetic team in a rewarding work environment in making a difference in the community!

At the Stateline Boys & Girls Clubs, our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

TITLE: Assistant Youth Development Professional

POSITION TYPE: Part-time (20-25 hours per week)

PERFORMANCE PROFILE SOURCE: Youth Development Professional

DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: Unit Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

• 9:00am-3:00pm | Ages 6-7 (Cadets)
• 2:30pm-5:30pm | Ages 6-7 (Cadets)

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• High School or Equivalent
• CPR / First-Aid Training

• Experienced in working with underserved children and tweens/teens
• Basic understanding of Youth Development
• Ability to support positive behavior guidance
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents and staff.
• Ability to assist in planning and implementing quality programs
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Ability to perform activities with children

The Assistant Teacher will assist The Lead Teacher in preparing and facilitating youth programs and activities. This includes helping set up program materials, participating in activities, and ensuring programs are engaging, educational and aligned with Boys & Girls Club goals.

The Assistant Teacher helps maintain a safe and positive climate for all members at all times. This includes program areas, reporting safety concerns and ensuring all equipment is used correctly.

The Assistant Teacher is actively involved in daily programming, demonstrating enthusiasm and encouraging members participation. Assistants provide positive feedback and help reinforce good behavior and positive interactions.

The Assistant Teacher supports youth in developing social skills, problem solving and positive behaviors. This includes helping manage minor conflicts, modeling appropriate behavior, and supporting the Lead Teacher during guidance or redirection.

• Assist with attendance tracking
• Help maintain clean and organized program spaces
• Ensure supplies are available and ready for use
• Support the Lead Teacher in preparing weekly or seasonal activities
• Communicate any concerns to the Lead Teacher or Unit Director

• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds periodically
• Ability to work in environments with a wide array of noise and activity levels

• Competitive wage
• Overtime
• Bonuses
• Retirement savings plan (available after 1 year of employment)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (available after 90 days of employment, accrued based on actual hours worked)

Disclaimer:

The information indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.