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Job description
Youth Program Leader (South San Francisco)
Orange Avenue Clubhouse
POSITION Youth Program Leader (2026 - 2027 School Year)
Our Mission To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive
Our Vision All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning
Our Core Values Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity
Organization Overview Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) proudly stands as the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, dedicated to empowering 6,700 TK-College students across 30 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We believe that talent is equally distributed across Silicon Valley, but opportunity is not, so we are committed to ensuring that socio-economically disadvantaged students have equitable access to the opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond. Students benefit from high-quality academic programs, captivating enrichment activities, and access to critical mental health services. With support from our staff, Board, and broader Team BGCP community, we strive to make our community a great place for all kids to grow up.
Position Overview
The Youth Program Leader is responsible for leading a classroom to deliver safe and effective learning environments for students through teaching, facilitation, and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (TK-8). This role reports to the Associate Site Director and is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year in one of our Daly City, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, San Mateo, or South San Francisco sites. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context.
Roles & Responsibilities
Manage a classroom of approximately 10-20 students per 1 staff
Provide academic mentoring and homework assistance
Lead students through academic activities
Adapt lesson plans for delivering enrichment classes and clubs (art, cooking, STEM, fitness, etc.)
Conduct life skills and team-building activities
Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and BGCP leadership
Engage in weekly check-ins and participate in staff meetings
Maintain a positive, safe, productive work environment
Participate in supporting special events and field trips
Attend training and professional development opportunities
This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to modifications based on organizational needs.
Qualifications
Commitment to BGCP's mission and vision and working with TK-8 youth
Experience building relationships with diverse youth communities and constituents
Ability to motivate through positive reinforcement
Strong communication skills
Flexible in navigating a fast-paced environment
Preferred one year of experience working with TK-8 youth
Must be 18 years of age
Spanish fluency is a plus
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, crouching, squating, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 80% walking & standing. Work environment noise level is usually moderate but can be noisy at times. All requirements are subject to reasonable accommodations.
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School, Orange Avenue Clubhouse
Work Schedule
24-29 hours per week
Five days a week, Monday through Friday
Hours vary by site:
Generally, 1:30pm to 6:30pm (Exception: Wednesday 12:00pm to 6:30pm)
Starting time for TK/K may be earlier
Weekly team meeting + additional professional development trainings
Compensation & Benefits
Employment Status: Part-Time, Hourly
Pay Range: $ per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
Retirement Benefits: BGCP offers contributions to the 401(k) plan
Contributing to a thriving community for youth growth: Beyond measure
As part of the hiring process, BGCP requires candidates to complete LiveScan fingerprinting, a background check, and a tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.
Disclaimer: The above declarations are not intended to be an "all-inclusive" list of all duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
BGCP is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or combination of characteristics protected under applicable law. BGCP is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions within our organization.
Worksite address
south san francisco, CA, 94083, US
Who can apply
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