Careers with a Cause
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people and communities. As the nation's leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the YMCA of San Francisco offers more than just a job--we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. At the Y, you can discover your passion and a lifelong career helping to solve some of the nation's most pressing social issues.
About the Job
The After School Program Leader provides meaningful and enriching opportunities for youth in YMCA programs that are offered at local elementary and middle schools. The Program Leader will help students develop and strengthen academic, physical, and social skills through tutoring and mentorship. Program Leaders will provide academic enrichment and tutoring in classroom groups of 14-20 students, as well as organize and provide outdoor recreational activities in the school yards. Individuals hired for this position will work under the supervision of the Program Site Coordinators and Directors, and will need to be flexible, willing to take initiative, be punctual, and able to make a commitment to work throughout the entire school year.
After School Program dates: must be able to work August 19, 2024 – June 4, 2025
The Richmond District YMCA is seeking After School Program Leaders for these program sites:
- Argonne Elementary - 680 18th Ave, San Francisco, 94121 (Licensed childcare site)
- Lafayette Elementary - 4545 Anza St, San Francisco, 94121 (Licensed childcare site)
- Jefferson Elementary - 1725 Irving St, San Francisco, 94122 (ExCEL/ELOP site)
- Sutro Elementary - 235 12th Ave, San Francisco, 94118 (ExCEL/ELOP site)
- Claire Lilienthal School (Scott Campus, 3rd-8th) - 3630 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94123 (ExCEL/ELOP site)
Minimum Qualifications
- 18+ years of age for elementary school programs
- For ExCEL/ELOP sites Associate’s degree or higher, or High School diploma/equivalent, plus any of following:
- Completed 48 college units verified by transcript
- Passed CA Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST)
- Passed District Instructional Aide Exam
- For Licensed Childcare Sites: meet any one of following requirements:
- 6 units completed in early childhood education or child development prior to employment, and enrolled to complete at least 2 units each semester/quarter until further education requirements are met
- 12 units completed in early childhood education or child development core courses verified by transcript (6 of 12 units may be in other applicable subjects), and at least 6 months of experience in a childcare center
- 240 hours of verified training hours or equivalent experience in a youth development program
- Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher (from CCTC)
- Experience working with youth (elementary or middle school)
- Highly motivated to provide quality program opportunities to youth
- Team player
- Knowledge or expertise in youth development
- Comfortable leading physical activities with youth
- Available daily Monday-Friday during youth program hours; shifts vary ~1:00-6:00 pm
- Willing to participate in bi-annual evaluations and supervision meetings as needed
- Current YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (training available upon hire)
- TB Test clearance
- Fingerprint background check clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or related field
- Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages strongly preferred
- Knowledge of arts, dance, drama, or sports
- Connections in the local community
FOR NEW APPLICATIONS:
FOR CURRENT STAFF AT THE Y OF SF:
All employees working with the YMCA are considered to have supervisory or disciplinary action relationship over minors. Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records