Academy Lead Youth Development Professional

Greatfuturessd; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Greatfuturessd in Vermillion, SD is seeking a part-time Lead Youth Development Professional to oversee daily programs for Pre-K–2nd grade members. You will deliver engaging activities, ensure safety, and mentor staff and volunteers while fostering a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes behavior management, attendance tracking, and collaboration with the team to promote learning and positive youth development. This is a non-exempt, part-time position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Commitment to four days a week and after-school/summer scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily programs for Pre-K–2nd grade members with safety and engagement.
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate activities across recreation, arts, and enrichment.
• Model positive behavior and serve as mentor to youth, staff, and volunteers.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming space where every child feels valued.
• Monitor attendance and assist with basic program evaluations.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings to build leadership and professional skills.
• Uphold Club safety policies and the Five Key Elements of Positive Youth Development.

Skills

Communication

Behavior management

Teamwork

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CPR Certification

Job description

TITLE:Lead Youth Development Professional

REPORTS TO: Licensing ProgramDirector

CLASSIFIED:Part Time, Non-Exempt

MISSION:To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Lead Youth Development Professional supports and leads daily programs for Pre-K–2nd grade members in our licensed Club. This role focuses on developing and delivering high-quality programs, ensuring safety, consistency, and engagement while creating a fun, supportive environment where every child can learn and grow.

• Lead fun and meaningful programsthat help members grow inAcademic Success, Character & Leadership, and Healthy Lifestyles.

• Plan, implement, and deliver age-appropriate, engaging programs and activities in areas such as recreation, fitness, arts, and enrichment that promote learning, creativity, and fun for all members.

• Model positive behaviorand serve as a mentor and role model for Club members,staffand volunteers.

• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming spacewhere every child feels valued and supported.

• Support youth with behavioral challengesby using positive redirection and teamwork with staff.

• Encourage participation and teamworkby building relationships and helping members connect with each other.

• Keep program areas clean, organized, and safefor members and staff.

• Communicate effectivelywith team members and supervisors, offering feedback and ideas to improve programs.

• Track attendance and complete basic reportsto help evaluate program success.

• Uphold Club policies and safety standardswhile promoting the 5 Key Elements of Positive Youth Development.

• Attendstaff meetings andtrainingsto continue building leadership and professional skills.

• Demonstrate Club valuesof excellence, teamwork, impact, and good character in everything you do.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Valid CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within90 daysof employment. We provide this training in-house if you are not currently certified!

• Commitment to working four days a week.

• Commitment to make a class schedule for the upcoming semester, meet the scheduling needs of the Boys & Girls Club (if applicable)

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to working at the Club during both the school year and summer program seasons.
  Be available to workafter schoolhours through Club closing during the school year.

• Be available to work within summer operating hours (7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) as scheduled to support daily program needs.

• Must understand, implement, and demonstrate behavior management principles and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club training and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be of the mental and physical capacity toobserve, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, etc. at the Club to ensure the safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per theClubpriority outcomes and goals.

• Ability to stand/sit forlong periodsof time throughout a shift.

• This positionis considered to be
  safety-sensitive.

The information presentedindicatesthe general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed tocontain, nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, andobjectivesrequired of employees assigned to this job.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!

All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.