Teen Program Assistant - Cardinal Point

FOUNDATION COMMUNITIES JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Teen Youth Program Assistant DEPT/DIV.: Education REPORTS TO: Learning Center Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (PT) WORK LOCATION: Cardinal Point (11405 Four Points Dr) Position Summary: The Teen Youth Program Assistant will lead daily activities and engage youth in education-centered after school and summer youth programs, including homework/academic assistance, fitness, reading and enrichment. Teen Youth Program Assistants typically work from 2:30-6:30 pm Monday-Friday. Essential Job Functions : Plan and lead meaningful activities that include but are not limited to arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, reading, character development, physical fitness, and/or nutrition in a physical and online setting for students at your home site and other sites as needed. Proficiency in basic computer skills such as navigating websites, use of email suites (Gmail, Outlook, etc…) and search engines, etc… Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools. Prepare the learning environment, lessons and necessary supplies for program activities in an in-person and virtual setting. Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities. Maintain a clean and organized classroom as well as common areas. Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants. Serve as a positive role model for participants. Maintain accurate program documentation Ensure safety and supervision of students Assist Foundation Communities Food Pantries as needed Follow CDC Guidelines to maintain a safe working environment Comply with all required policies, procedures, and regulations Minimum Qualifications (experience, education, credentials, language): Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check (Fingerprint check required at some sites) Must have a high school diploma Must enjoy working with pre-teens/teens 6 th – 12 th grade Flexibility to meet the changing work needs and demands Ability to lead various fitness activities as well supervise/participate in sports Ability to organize activities and make sound judgements Ability to interact with a range of age groups Available to work at a Learning Center Monday through Friday (2:30pm-6:30pm) on a continual basis and may be reviewed if schedule changes during the Afterschool program taking place during the school year. Available during Summer Program hours (10:00am-3:00pm), Monday through Friday with some variations to assist in coverage of food pantries across sites. Reliable transportation to travel to other FC sites as necessary. Preferred Qualifications Course work in Social Services, Education, Child Development & other related field 6 months' experience working with children; preferably providing educational and/or social services to economically disadvantaged families. Bi-lingual (Spanish,…