Description

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join CASL, where our mission is to connect families and individuals with vital support.

Your Mission:

As a Youth Program Assistant at CASL, you will report to the Youth Program Coordinator and play a pivotal role in supporting students to achieve their educational goals. You'll be responsible for providing academic assistance and guiding hands-on educational activities to enhance subject matter understanding and study habits.

About CASL:

The Chinese American Service League is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering and serving the Chinese American population and the broader communities. Established with a rich history spanning several decades, CASL has consistently evolved to address the evolving needs of its constituents while fostering cultural pride, integration, and community development.

For over 45 years, CASL's comprehensive programs have connected families and individuals with the vital support they need: providing an educational and cultural foundation for our children, ensuring our seniors live full and independent lives with dignity, enhancing education and training for tomorrow's workforce, putting immigrants on the pathway to citizenship, securing our community's housing and financial well-being, navigating healthcare systems and wellness resources, and providing equal access to justice. Since our founding, CASL has been rooted in the principles of equity and justice. That legacy continues to shape our efforts today as we strive to champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at all levels of the organization. 

To hear about:

• CASL's history, watch here
• CASL's future, watch here

Your Impact:

As a Youth Program Assistant you will report into the Youth Program Coordinator whilst providing a safe, respectful learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage students with hands-on educational activities that illustrate specific educational principles.
• Customize guided activities to align with individual learning goals.
• Collaborate with fellow staff to facilitate small group discussions and workshops on relevant educational topics.
• Summer Specifically
  • Assisting with summer classes that range from Math, English, Art and more
  • Assisting the Youth Leader with activities

Please Note: This position can roll into a Youth Tutor position for the Fall and Spring semesters.

• Fall/Spring Specifically
  • Assist elementary, middle, and high school students with homework tutoring to reinforce subject matter understanding and study skills.

Requirements:

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Education/Experience: Current college student (college graduate preferred).
• Experience: Prior experience or volunteering with youth is a valuable asset.
• Skills/Knowledge: Fluent in spoken and written English (Mandarin/simplified Chinese proficiency preferred). Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and online web search. Strong communication skills with youth and parents. Familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.

Scheduling:

• Summer Hours
  • Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Shifts can be morning, afternoon or full day
• Fall/Spring Hours
  • The available hours for this onsite part-time position are Monday-Friday 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm with flexibility working around your availability during these times. The team will work around your school schedule each semester and during the summer.
  • Occasional field trips or meetings may require work outside the main indoor office environment.

Why Choose CASL:

Inclusivity: Join an organization that values mutual respect and acceptance, fostering a culture of inclusivity.

Empowerment: Support staff empowerment through skill development and growth opportunities.

Collaboration: Be part of a workplace that thrives on collaboration and teamwork.

Transformation: Envision and realize transformative changes in people, processes, and policies.

Resiliency: Work with a dynamic workforce and model resiliency to achieve collective strengths.

Join Us and Make a Difference:

If you are a dedicated university student passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and align with our core values, we invite you to apply for the Youth Program Assistant position at CASL.

Apply now to help in fostering educational excellence and personal growth within our community. Together, we can empower the next generation to reach their full potential.

At CASL, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation and drive success. If you're excited about 

the opportunity but unsure if you meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to submit your application. Our company culture thrives on the unique talents and experiences that each individual brings to the table. We're looking for the right fit, and that goes beyond a checklist of qualifications. Join us in shaping a dynamic and inclusive team where your skills and contributions truly matter.

CASL is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.