Program Leader – SFI-ASP (Fall Semester)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Program Leader is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a range of academic and enrichment activities targeting high school youth at CYC’s SF International High School After-School Program. This includes designing curriculum and activities which incorporate skill building and project-based learning that are fun and engaging for youth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and oversee a variety of skill building and project based learning activities for high school aged youth.
• Provide academic tutoring and assist students with their daily homework as needed.
• Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment for program participants including assisting with classroom and behavior management, resolving and mediating conflicts using restorative practices, handling emergencies and injuries, etc.
• Create marketing strategies and promotional materials to recruit and retain youth in afterschool programs.
• Collaborate with school and CYC staff to coordinate cultural celebrations and culminating events that builds community and celebrates youth accomplishments.
• Work with school faculty and parents/guardians to maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships/climate between school and families.
• Assist with data collection and produce programmatic reports as requested.
• Assist with administering and collecting evaluation data as required by funders and for continuous program improvement.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and attend on-going training opportunities as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all shared program spaces.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or must have completed a minimum of 48 college units or passed an Instructional Aide Exam.
• Knowledge of youth development practices and one or more years of experience planning and facilitating enrichment activities for youth.
• Experience in classroom management, conflict mediation, and restorative practices is a plus.
• Experience working with diverse youth and families is a plus.
• Ability to develop, implement, and organize programs and special events.
• Possess good organizational, communication and teamwork skills.
• Capacity to multitask, work independently, and meet strict programmatic deadlines.
• Good technology skills (familiar with Google docs & sheets, MS Office, etc.)
• Ability to model to staff and participants: professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic and positive character.
• Bilingual in Cantonese/Mandarin, Spanish, or Arabic is preferred.
• Able to lift or move at least 25lbs.