Youth Academic Professional; PT Jefferson

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Part Time 20-29 Hours Wauwatosa, WI, US

4 days ago Requisition

9 Month School Year Positions Available!

Reports To: Club Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time

Hours per Week: Up to 29 hours per week

Direct Reports: None

Work Location: Jefferson Elementary School 6927 Maple Terrace, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

School Year

Start Date:

August 24, 2026

The Youth Academic Professional is a front-line program staff member at a Blue Door Academy school-based site. Working up to 29 hours per week for Part-Time [9 Month School Year] positions, the Youth Academic Professional reviews, facilitates, and delivers structured after school enrichment programming for youth in grades 4K - 5th under the direct supervision of the Club Manager. This role is grounded in the principles of Positive Youth Development and requires a consistent, caring adult presence that creates safe, high-quality learning environments every day.

Blue Door Academy Youth Academic Professionals are expected to arrive prepared, execute programming with fidelity, and contribute to a site culture that young people and families trust. This is a professional position with meaningful accountability for youth outcomes.

• For a Youth Academic Professional, presence is foundational to student growth and long-term success. Young people thrive when they can rely on a caring, consistent adult who builds authentic relationships, recognizes individual strengths and challenges, and creates an environment of emotional and psychological safety. Every interaction, activity, and moment of engagement is an opportunity to strengthen developmental assets, reinforce positive identity formation, and influence a young person’s academic and personal trajectory.
  
  Consistency, responsiveness, and relationship-building are essential professional competencies of this role.

• Blue Door Academy is defined by the quality, intentionality, and rigor of the learning experiences provided to youth. Youth Academic Professionals are responsible for reviewing, planning, and facilitating structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities aligned to Blue Door Academy’s enrichment and academic support model. Staff are expected to implement programming with strong instructional practices, active youth engagement strategies, and measurable learning outcomes in mind.
  
  High-quality program delivery is not optional; it is the standard families, schools, and communities expect and deserve.

• Blue Door Academy sites operate with consistency, structure, accountability, and purpose. Youth Academic Professionals are expected to understand and uphold organizational expectations, implement established routines with fidelity, and contribute to a culture grounded in professionalism, safety, and excellence. Staff members play a critical role in maintaining high behavioral, operational, and instructional standards that support positive youth outcomes. The experience each young person has at Blue Door Academy is a direct reflection of the collective commitment, preparation, and professionalism of the team.

• Plan and facilitate structured, engaging activities and enrichment sessions aligned to Blue Door Academy's program model and BGCA's core program areas.
• Deliver programming that incorporates BGCA's Five Key Elements of Positive Youth Development: safe environment, fun and belonging, supportive relationships, opportunities and expectations, and recognition.
• Follow the daily program schedule established by the Club Manager; arrive on time and prepared for each session.
• Use Club Programs, BGCA resources, and Blue Door Academy-approved curricula to plan and document sessions in advance.
• Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and interests of youth in grades 4K- 5th.

• Build authentic, consistent relationships with youth grounded in trust, respect, and high expectations.
• Greet youth by name; maintain a warm, encouraging presence throughout each session.
• Recognize and respond to behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs; elevate concerns to the Club Manager as appropriate.
• Model positive behavior, conflict resolution, and inclusive communication in all interactions.

• Follows BGCGM's Member Care Manual policies and procedures.
• Maintain supervision of youth at all times in accordance with required staff-to-member ratios.
• Implement all safety protocols, emergency procedures, and organizational policies, including the use of Safety Matters App.
• Keep program spaces clean, organized, and safe; report facility or supply issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate real-time child tracking of all members by using activity rosters,…