EXTRA/YMCA Expanded Learning Program Leader

The EXTRA/YMCA Expanded Learning Program is currently hiring for Program Leader positions to work with elementary and middle school aged youth. As an Expanded Learning Program Leader, you will be supervising a group of 15-20 youth between grades Kindergarten through 8th, assisting in the coordination and implementation of the day-to-day operations of the after school expanded learning program. The candidate MUST be available between 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (Everyday), in the Greater Long Beach area. Actual schedule varies by site.

*SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS ALSO AVAILABLE. CREATE YOUR OWN SCHEDULE.

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Assist supervisor with planning and implementing the program for students in accordance with organization and agency policies.

• Comply with site policies and procedures.

• Work in a team environment.

• Develop engaging lesson plans that are age appropriate and meet organization and agency guidelines.

• Supervise students at all times.

• Create a welcoming environment for students.

• Maintain open lines of communication with site stakeholders.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings and other organization/agency functions as required by supervisor.

• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a desire to be role models, coaches, and mentors for students!

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Additionally, provide proof of 48 completed college units or pass the Long Beach Unified School District Exam. Childhood Education/Child Development units preferred.

• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certification required within first 3 months of employment.

• Clear the Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).

• Conduct a health exam and TB test.

• Attend a New Employee Orientation within the first 90 days of employment.

• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.

• Minimum of six-months experience working with and supervising children.

• Experience with MAC and PC format computers is preferred.

• Bilingual with English/Spanish preferred.