After-School Youth Leader – Willow Creek Academy – Sausalito, CA

YOUTH LEADER DESCRIPTION

Love working with kids? Want hands-on experience in the field of child development? Flexible hours, team dynamic and fun, diverse activities! Every day is different!

Seeking committed, energetic, dedicated and dynamic applicants who are interested in working with youth as a Youth Leader in a Sausalito charter school’s after-school program.

The Position:

We are currently recruiting Youth Leaders for our comprehensive after-school program at Willow Creek Academy, a distinguished K-8 charter school in Sausalito. The Youth Leader position is a front-line, hands on leadership position working directly with youth. This position is part-time in the afternoons, from approximately 2:30-6pm M-F, with possibility of flexible hours/days. Hourly rate is $12- $14/hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

-Supervise students in daily after-school activities under direction of an assigned Program Lead

-Bring a “spark” to your group and to the program in general – what unique attributes or interests could share with children

-Engage students in diverse enrichment activities

-Ensure the safety and security of each child in group

-Communicate effectively with parents and school staff related to student needs and other aspects of students

-Work collaboratively with team members on ideas, projects and lesson plans

Qualifications:

· Experience working with youth strongly preferred – Volunteer experience may be considered

· Strong oral and written communication skills

· Highly collaborative

· Must pass TB and Fingerprint Clearance prior to working at WCA

· Valid CPR and First Aid within the first 30 days of hire

Schedule

After-School Explorers operates concurrently with the school day, meaning every day school is in session, Explorers is offered.

Hours: Approximately 2:30-6 pm M-F, with possibility of flexible hours/days.

Pay range: $12- $14 / hour, depending on experience.

More information on Willow Creek: www.willowcreekacademy.org

To apply:

Please email a PDF of your resume and cover letter to John Macon, After-School Program Director, at jmacon@willowcreekacademy.org. Please use “After-School Program Staff” in your subject.

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