Program Leader (San Jose)

Girl Scouts of Northern California; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community youth organization in San Jose is looking for an After School Site Leader. This position involves leading both virtual and in-person programs for participants, engaging effectively with students and school staff, and ensuring safety and supportive relationships. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, proficiency in communication, and the ability to work with diverse groups. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and can adapt activities to various audiences.

Qualifications

• Ability to read/interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities/lessons for participants in both virtual and in-person programs.
• Maintain positive relationships with school representatives.
• Collect and organize photos and screenshots of the program activities.

Skills

Strong organization skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Basic Zoom skills

Ability to adapt curriculum to audience needs

Experience in program development for youth

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College coursework or teaching experience

Job description

The After School Site Leader (Virtualand In-Person)will work at/with local elementary, middle, and high schools in San Jose and is responsible for the implementationofboth virtual and in-personprograms. This person will be responsible for connecting with theirdirect supervisoron a daily and/or weekly basis to ensure everyone has the necessary understanding and tools to deliver program. Knowledge of Girl Scout program desired but not required. Promote high standards in all aspects of in-person/virtual community-based programs. Serve as a role model to program participantsand staff by your actions, appearance, manners, language, and general conduct. Participate enthusiastically in all programactivities, planning and leading those as assigned. This position will need availability between 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities/lessons and learning for participants for both virtual and in-person program.
• Adapt curriculum, timeline, and set-up suggestions to deliver program in assigned classes reliably and in line with the Girl Scouts mission.
• Attend training workshops and staff meetings as assigned.
• Prepare, collect, and submit organized and complete forms and reports in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with school representatives and other contacts.
• Collectand organizephotos and screenshots of the program participantsand activities.
• Flexible, firm, and fair approach when interacting with staff, volunteers, and members to solve problems.
• Comfortable with basicZoom skills.
• Keeps open lines of communication with Program Manageron a daily basis.
• Report incidents/accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Follow health and safety guidelines in delivering in-person program.
• Some duties may be reassigned and other duties not listed above may be assigned as required.

Required Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent. College coursework or teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to implement and adapt curriculum to audience needs.
• Strong organization skills to be prepared to present a classroom programboth in virtual and in-person settings.
• Ability to read/interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups and in one-on-one situations.
• Experience in the development and delivery of programs and activities foryouth.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Support the beliefs and principles of the Girl ScoutMovement.
• Training and experience in teaching program to adults and children.
• Ability to schedule andwork withstaff.
• Desire and ability to work with children
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum Age: 18 years old.

Physical Aspects of the Position

• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (girls K-12 and families) and provide necessary instruction to campers/program participantsand staff.
• Ability to observe program participant/staffbehaviorandassess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond toenvironmentaland other hazards related to the activity.
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds.

Girl Scouts of Northern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Our mission is to build girls and employees of courage, confidence, and character while working to make the world a better place for all people. This work includes our commitment to become an anti-racist organization through learning and practice. Together with our youth, we strive to provide diverse, equitable and inclusive spaces where girls, volunteers, and staff feel they belong. Working at GSNorCal is a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression in alignment with our Culture Code and Volunteer Policy for Building Equitable Community.

Applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical condition, marital status, political persuasion or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinances.