What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Professional-Provo Peaks Elementary position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County?
Youth Development Professional-Provo Peaks
Part time
Location: Successful Candidates will be assigned to one of the following sites Provo Peaks Elementary
Hours: 10–25 per week (Afternoons, Monday–Friday)
Are you passionate about working with youth? Looking for a part-time role where you can make a real difference while gaining valuable experience in education and child development?
We’re hiring Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) to join our dynamic team! YDPs create safe, engaging, and fun environments where kids can learn, grow, and thrive after school.
Key Responsibilities
- Build positive relationships with youth, families, school staff, and your teammates
- Lead and participate in physical and creative activities (games, sports, arts, etc.)
- Support youth in developing social-emotional skills and healthy peer interactions
- Supervise and ensure safety during indoor and outdoor activities (rain or shine)
- Teach and facilitate planned lessons with enthusiasm and care
- Collaborate with site supervisor for program planning
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and monthly trainings
What We’re Looking For
- Dedication to working with youth
- Reliable, punctual, and ready to be a positive role model
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to actively lead physical activities and engage with kids
- Willingness to learn and grow through training and feedback
- Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in all weather
- Must be 18 years or older for elementary school sites; 21 years or older for middle or high school sites
Schedule & Training
- Weekdays: Afternoon shifts (starting as early as 2:00 pm)
- Fridays may start as early as 11:30 am
- Weekly site meetings (30–60 min) monthly/quarterly trainings (some Saturdays)
Why Join Us?
- Make a lasting impact in your community
- Develop valuable leadership and teaching experience
- Join a mission-driven, supportive team
- Ongoing professional development in youth engagement and emotional intelligence
Apply today and help us create a safe, fun, and inspiring space for youth to grow!
DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a fingerprinted background check, reference check, and pre-employment screenings.
Boys & Girls Clubs are an Equal Opportunity Employer.The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Club does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race; color; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions; age; religion; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; veteran status; or other protected status. No form of unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment, will be condoned. Reasonable accommodation can be made for interviews and service for those with a disability.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17
