Leadership Development Fellow

Role Title: Leadership Development Coach Fellow

SUMMARY

EOYDC’s mission is to nurture the holistic development of youth from kindergarten into adulthood so that they can live a life of prosperity, integrity, and purpose.

EOYDC’s summer programming includes a mix of program options featuring educational and enrichment activities for elementary and middle school aged students. EOYDC incorporates a cascading mentorship model in which older youth serve as mentors (Youth Leaders) to program participants. Under the supervision of the Extended Learning Manager and the Dir. of Educational Programming, the Leadership Development Coach will be responsible for providing support to Youth Leaders and participants in the Summer Cultural Enrichment Program.

Participants of this fellowship can expect to learn the following:

• Best practices for delivering coaching feedback both through one-on-one and group coaching sessions
• Trauma-informed care (TIC), healing-centered approaches for working with children, teens, and young adults

o All fellows will complete TIC certification as part of training

• Positive Discipline practices and strategies
• Best practices for interpersonal communication, both verbal and digital
• Facilitate conflict management based on evidenced-based models/practices
• Tools for team building and collaboration
• Culturally resonant practices grounded in Belonging, Dignity, Justice, and Joy (BDJJ)

All fellows must be available for training, which would take place in-person May 26-June 13, 2025. Program dates are June 15th-July 17th, with professional development from July 20th-July 24th.

Intern and Staff Support

• Provide ongoing, hands-on coaching and guidance to high school and college-aged youth participating in EOYDC’s work-based learning program as Youth Leaders

• Conduct 1-on-1 check-ins with Youth Leaders on a bi-weekly basis, with additional 1-on-1 coaching provided, as needed

• Co-design and lead training sessions for Youth Leaders

• Build individual development plans for assigned Youth Leaders with input from program leads

• Develop team building and motivation among Youth Leaders

• Facilitate conflict resolution among Youth Leaders and other participants, as needed

• Support interns in completing milestones and navigating obstacles that may make completion more challenging

Program Coordination

• Support in the supervision and direction of program activities led by Youth Leaders and Youth Instructors

• Ensure Youth Leaders and children participating in program activities are following all program and safety procedures/guidelines

• Closely supervise and support Youth Leaders during lunch and recess

• Consistently role model EOYDC’s six character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, citizenship, and caring

Assessment and Reporting

• Conduct performance reviews with Youth Leaders

• Provide quantitative and qualitative data inputs for Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) database and other grant reports

• Identify opportunities for program improvement

• Contribute to end of summer report as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience equivalent to:

• At least 48 college credits or equivalent

• At least 3 years work and/or internship experience in a child/youth development setting

• Prior experience with summer programming at EOYDC a plus

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach peers, youth, and children

• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of the community EOYDC serves, to include experience working within racially marginalized communities

• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict management skills

• Ability to maintain high energy levels and positive attitude

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

COMPENSATION

This is a temporary position through July 27, 2026, with the potential to apply for a similar role during the 2026-2027 school year. Hours may vary based on training and holiday schedules, but will generally average 35-40 hours/week at the rate of $25 per hour, depending on experience.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

The East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC) nurtures the holistic development of youth from kindergarten into adulthood so that they can live a life of prosperity, integrity, and purpose. Celebrating 48 years of ground-breaking programming and successful alumni, EOYDC is nationally recognized, aligned to building healthy community outcomes, and poised to lead in bold new ways. EOYDC’s $4.95 million annual budget supports a team of visionary leaders who empower participants to lead exemplary lives and positively contribute to society.

EOYDC is a trauma-informed care organization. Trauma-informed care is a systemic approachto service delivery that involves understanding, recognizing, and responding to the effects of trauma. At EOYDC we recognize the widespread impact of trauma in our community, and strive to implement practices, policies, settings, and procedures that:

1. Recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and reflects potential paths for recovery.

2. Recognizes the signs and symptoms of trauma in participants, families, staff, and others.

3. Resists re-traumatization of participants & staff.

4. Leads with compassion, support, and understanding.

5. Focuses on developing coping strategies and correcting behavior vs. being punitive.

Our future is bright and we want to add people of strong character, excellent work experience, compassion and hard/smart work ethic to our team to help guide us through this period of exciting growth!

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to mandela@eoydc.org with the subject line “Leadership Development Coach Application.”

EOYDC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, EOYDC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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