Youth Program Assistant - Norman Commons

Youth Program AssistantThe Youth Program Assistant will lead daily activities and engage youth in education-centered after school and summer youth programs, including but not limited to, homework/academic assistance, fitness, reading and enrichment.

Responsibilities will be carried out in a predominantly in-person setting with virtual programming if necessary.Essential Job Functions:Assist Youth Program Assistants plan and lead meaningful activities that include but are not limited to arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, reading, character development, physical fitness, and/or nutrition in a physical and/or online setting for participants at your home site and other sites as neededProficiency in basic computer skills such as navigating websites, use of email suites (Gmail, Outlook, etc…) and search engines, etc…Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools such as Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo, amongst others.Prepare the learning environment, lessons and necessary supplies for program activities in an in-person and virtual setting.Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities.Maintain a clean and organized classroom as well as common areas.Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversityServe as a positive role model for participants.Maintain accurate program documentationEnsure safety and supervision of participantsFollow CDC Guidelines to maintain a safe working environmentComply with all required policies, procedures, and regulationsOther Duties & Responsibilities:Assist with distribution of snacks and mealsOther duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications (experience, education, credentials, language):Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check (Fingerprint check required at some sites)Minimum 18 years of age; graduating senior - Must be working toward a high school diploma to be earned at the end of the current school year.Must enjoy working with children K-5th gradeFlexibility to meet the changing work needs and demandsAbility to lead various fitness activities as well supervise/participate in sportsAbility to organize activities and make sound judgementsAbility to interact with a range of age groupsAvailable to work at a Learning Center Monday through Friday preferably 2:30-6:15. Start time may be flexible due to high school schedule.Preferred Qualifications:Preferred volunteer or work experience with school age children; including babysitting, child care, tutoring.Interest in child development, education and social work.Bi-lingual (Spanish, Arabic or other) preferredPhysical Demands/Work Environment (include amount of lifting, twisting, bending, sitting, standing, keyboarding, driving, noise, indoor/outdoor etc.):Occasional lifting, twisting, bending standing and sittingFrequent walking and participation in basic exercise movementsExposure to various weather conditions including but not limited to sun, wind and rain.An occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials may occur.May be asked to clean up bodily fluids with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided.Ability to work in all types of climate atmospheres, such as hot, rainy or wet environments. Inside and outside.Other/Benefits for part time Afterschool Assistant:Paid Sick Leave: After 30 hours of work, you earn 1 hour of paid sick leave, up to 68 hours, to use for illness and medical or dental appointments for yourself or dependent family members.Weekends off and some school holidays off with opportunities to work (Spring Break, Christmas…)Paid holidays after 1 year of employmentRetirement Plan: After 12 months of employment and 1000 hours of service (& age 21), you become eligible for our 401(k)-retirement plan. Features a 2% match if you contribute and a 3% safe harbor contribution for all eligible participants.Paid trainings and opportunities for a variety of professional developmentEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): This benefit provides you and household members with confidential 24/7 phone support and referral for personal issues, including mental health, stress, legal and family problems. You can meet with a counselor 3X per year for each presenting issue.Service Awards: After 12 months of employment, you will receive a gift to recognize your service. Additional awards are available as your tenure increases.Housing: After 6 months of employment, if you work a minimum of 20 hours per week, you may be eligible to reside at a Foundation Communities property and receive a 20% discount off the unit's market rate at move-in.Opportunities for performance-based pay increasesFun work environmentCompensation: Hourly rate: $19.65Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.