Assistant Youth Program Facilitator

Come work for Keystone to support our mission of strengthening the capacity of individuals and families to improve their quality of life.

Keystone employees enjoy:

• A Flexible Workplace
• Great Work Culture
• Comprehensive job related training
• Growth Opportunities

Title: Assistant Youth Program Facilitator

Status: Regular, Part Time (Up to 20 hours per week)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reporting Relationship: Community Kids Program Manager or Teen Tutor Program Coordinator

Program/Department: Youth Services Department

Salary Range: $18/Hour

Position Description:

An Assistant Youth Program Facilitator supports Keystone staff in delivering high quality out-of-school time programming for youth enrolled in Keystone’s Youth Programs. (Community Kids, Teen Tutor)

This is a year-round position that follows the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) calendar during the school year and operates full programming during the summer season. The candidates chosen for each role can select their preferred worksite.
 

The hours for this position will vary based on work location but are anticipated as followed for the school year. These hours are subject to change for the summer session:
 
Program and Hours: Community Kids: 2:30pm – 6:30pm, Monday - Friday

Location: West 7^th Street Community Center

265 Oneida Street

Saint Paul, MN 55102

Program and Hours: Teen Tutor: 3:00pm – 7:00pm, Monday - Friday

Location: McDonough Recreation Center, 2^nd Floor

1544 Timberlake Road

Saint Paul, MN 55117

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Essential Functions

95% Program Facilitation

Program Coordination & Lesson Planning

• Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of age-appropriate academic support, enrichment, and recreational activities for summer programming
• Coordinates daily program schedules and ensures alignment with SPPS Extended Day learning goals
• Uses Student participation and assessment data to inform lesson planning and program improvements
• Collaborates with Youth Services Director and colleagues to connect families to Keystone services and support
• Assists with planning and facilitating family events and meetings
• Assists with registration materials, program schedules, and outreach efforts

Health, Safety, & Transportation

• Maintains awareness of student health needs, allergies, and emergency protocols
• Ensures safe arrivals and departures of youth
• Assists with transportation coordination for daily programming and field trips, including driving agency vehicles as needed

Professional Development

• Participates in supervision, trainings, department meetings, and agency initiatives
• Contributes to continuous program improvement and staff development

5% - Other Duties

• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications 

• Completion of one year of post secondary education with classwork in the field of Education, Social Work, Psychology, or another related field
• A valid Minnesota’s Drivers License and ability to drive agency vehicles
• Previous experience working in a youth enrichment setting
• Strong lesson planning, classroom management, and youth engagement skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations
• Experience coordinating across multiple programs or departments

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in a second language such as: Amharic, Tigrinya, Somali, or Spanish
• Experience with Extended Day Learning or school based partnerships

Physical/Mental Requirements & Equipment Used

Physical working conditions require that the person be able to participate in youth program activities. May require lifting and moving program supplies. During program, frequent standing and walking around classroom, gym, or playground is required. Driving a Keystone vehicle is a requirement of this position.

Mental requirements include ability to assist students with homework; and verbal communication ability to professionally interact with Keystone staff, youth, and families, community residents and staff from other organizations.

The above statements are not intended to encompass all the functions and qualifications of this position. Rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.