After School Site Leader; Vallejo

The After School Site Leader (Virtual and In-Person) will work at/with local elementary, middle, and high schools in Vallejo and is responsible for the implementation of both virtual and in-person programs. This person will be responsible for connecting with their direct supervisor on a daily and/or weekly basis to ensure everyone has the necessary understanding and tools to deliver the program.

Knowledge of Girl Scout program desired but not required. Promote high standards in all aspects of in-person/virtual community-based programs. Serve as a role model to program participants and staff by your actions, appearance, manners, language, and general conduct. Participate enthusiastically in all program activities, planning and leading those as assigned. This position will need availability between 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitate activities/lessons and learning for participants for both virtual and in-person programs.
• Adapt curriculum, timeline, and set-up suggestions to deliver the program in assigned classes reliably and in line with the Girl Scouts mission.
• Attend training workshops and staff meetings as assigned.
• Prepare, collect, and submit organized and complete forms and reports in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with school representatives and other contacts.
• Collect and organize photos and screenshots of the program participants and activities.
• Use a flexible, firm, and fair approach when interacting with staff, volunteers, and members to solve problems.
• Utilize basic Zoom skills.
• Keep open lines of communication with the Program Manager on a daily basis.
• Report incidents/accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Follow health and safety guidelines in delivering in-person programs.

Required Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent. College coursework or teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to implement and adapt curriculum to audience needs.
• Strong organization skills to be prepared to present a classroom program both in virtual and in-person settings.
• Ability to read/interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups and in one-on-one situations.
• Experience in the development and delivery of programs and activities for youth.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Support the beliefs and principles of the Girl Scout Movement.
• Training and experience in teaching programs to adults and children.
• Ability to schedule and work with staff.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old.

Physical Aspects of the Position:

• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (girls K-12 and families) and provide necessary instruction to campers/program participants and staff.
• Ability to observe program participant/staff behavior and assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds.

Girl Scouts of Northern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Our mission is to build girls and employees of courage, confidence, and character while working to make the world a better place for all people. This work includes our commitment to become an anti-racist organization through learning and practice. Together with our youth, we strive to provide diverse, equitable and inclusive spaces where girls, volunteers, and staff feel they belong.

Working at GS Nor Cal is a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression in alignment with our Culture Code and Volunteer Policy for Building Equitable Community. Applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical condition, marital status, political persuasion or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinances.