Job Title: Side by Side Kids – Youth Development Leader (Part Time)
Job Description
Side by Side Kids – Youth Development Leader (Part Time)
Purpose of the Position: The Youth Development Leader is responsible for leading and facilitating a safe as well as caring environment where students can grow academically, build positive relationships, and develop an understanding of God’s love
Job Summary:
- Lead and manage an after-school classroom of 8-10 students
- Use classroom management skills to create a fun and productive environment for learning
- Provide supervision for students in the Side by Side Kids program to ensure safety and program effectiveness
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures due to COVID-19 that have been put in place to minimize risk
- Thoroughly read the provided curriculum and faith-based lessons and prepare for each week’s lesson
- Account for all program supplies and ensure that all classrooms are left the same condition as found
- Serve as a role model for students by upholding the highest standards in speech, professional appearance, and interactions with the Youth Development Leader as well as with AISD staff
- Follow and support the discipline system utilized by the SBSK After-school Program
- Follow and support SBSK Emergency Procedures established by the SBSK After-school Program
- Report any suspected abuse or neglect of SBSK program students to a supervisor and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
- Complete daily reports and communicate daily operations with Program Coordinator
- Secure substitute teachers in the event of an absence
- Attend required staff meetings, training, and professional development
- All other duties assigned
Time Involvement Required: This is a part-time position requiring 16–32 hours of work a week depending on availability and assigned scheduled. Regular hours of operation are from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on assigned days. Regular hours are Monday-Thursday (Tuesdays/Thursdays, or Monday-Wednesdays). Work one of two shifts: AM or PM.
Length of employment is at minimum, 1 school semester.
Work Site: Assigned elementary school within the Austin Independent School District or at a designated SBSK Learning Center.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Experience working with children and/or youth in a school setting, after-school program or mentoring program
- Ability to move around a classroom with ease and be accessible to students
- Ability to bend, reach, or stretch for supplies and other various objects, as well as lift or carry at least 40 pounds
- Love for working with children and leading them in Christ-like behavior
- Exceptional communication and people skills
- Execute sound judgement when problem solving or making decisions
- High level of professionalism
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to give constructive feedback as well as receive
- Teachable and willingness to adapt and learn
- Spanish speaking candidates highly encouraged to apply
Educational Qualifications:
- High School diploma, GED, or higher level of education required
Additional Qualifications:
- Personal relationship with Jesus and communing member of the body of Christ
- Understand and be able to support a Christ-centered curriculum that communicates the Gospel
- Training and equipping available on how to share the Gospel, once employed at SBSK
- Understand, agree, and promote SBSK values
- Reliable transportation to program site
Reports to: Program Coordinator and Program Director
Hourly Rate: $11 -$11.25
SBSK is an equal opportunity employer.
Note to Applicant: Due to COVID-19, Side by Side Kids has adjusted our business operations for the health and safety of its staff, volunteers, vendors, and community partners. Initial interviews will be conducted via phone or using Zoom. On-boarding, if applicable, will be determined by the hiring manager.