Youth Development Program Learning Facilitator

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Job Summary
The Learning Facilitator will work closely with the Youth Development Programs (YDP) team to enhance and deliver youth programming, as well as support event coordination. This role will be instrumental in developing, delivering, and improving curriculum, to engage grades 1-12 students and their families. The Learning Facilitator will also provide essential support for special events and other organizational activities to ensure a positive experience for youth participants.

This Role Is Right For You If…

• You enjoy building meaningful connections with students across a wide range of ages and developmental stages, from first grade through twelfth grade.
• You believe in creating supportive spaces where young people can explore their personal and cultural identities, recognize their unique strengths, and discover their interests and passions.
• You are energized by developing creative and innovative activities and curriculum that spark curiosity and engagement while honoring the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences of youth.
• You are excited to work on projects at a point of transition with opportunities to reimagine what’s possible and pilot new ideas in youth programming.
• You find fulfillment in uplifting community and believe in the power of collective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, refine and facilitate culturally relevant youth program curriculum and activities to ensure engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experiences for participants.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to build evaluation activities into programming to measure impact.
• Connect and meaningfully collaborate with community partners to serve as guest speakers and instructors in programming.
• Develop and improve classroom systems and set-up.
• Support with organizing and maintaining classroom supplies.
• Attend regular FCS and YDP meetings and maintain consistent communication with staff to support ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Help with the planning and execution of YDP events, classes, and activities, working closely with the YDP team to meet program needs.
• Play a key role in coordinating special events.
• Participate in check-ins with the program manager and attend professional development training as needed.
• Stay updated on research and reports related to afterschool programming, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and youth development programming.

Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships across the organization and cultivate trust with students, families, and staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with a diverse community.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in social emotional learning, classroom management, conflict resolution skills with youth, and trauma-informed care, ensuring a supportive and safe environment.
• Adaptability and commitment to meeting varying program needs and supporting the FCS mission.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, and Canva for content creation and project organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and experience working with students from low-income backgrounds, including Title 1 schools.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person