After-School Teen Programs Coordinator

Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of America seeks a part-time Teen Youth Development Coordinator to foster a supportive, engaging environment for teens in our Teen Program. You’ll design inclusive activities, model trauma-informed care, and help teens build emotional regulation skills in partnership with the Teen Director.

Responsibilities include building relationships, leading weekly programming, supervising with empathy, and safely transporting youth as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Prior experience working with teens/youth preferred.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care, adolescent development, and youth engagement strategies.
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead recreational and educational activities.
• Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability in dynamic youth environments.
• Must demonstrate high energy, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.

Responsibilities

• Build safe, trusting relationships with teen members and serve as a positive, consistent role model.
• Participate in Pre-Employment and Trauma-Informed Care training to support understanding of adolescent development and trauma impact.
• Supervise and engage members with empathy and responsiveness, ensuring physical and emotional safety at all times.
• Encourage youth voice, choice, and participation in programming to foster a sense of ownership and self-worth.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sensory-friendly environment that promotes comfort and minimizes stressors.
• Collaborate with the Teen Director to plan and lead structured, strengths-based activities and events.
• Implement weekly programming that reflects teen interests and social-emotional learning opportunities.
• Use Club vehicles to transport youth to and from activities safely, following all protocols.
• Serve as a consistent presence and advocate for teens, helping to de-escalate conflict and promote healthy relationships.
• Communicate respectfully with families and caregivers, reinforcing a team approach to youth support.

Skills

Teen experience

Trauma-informed care

Adolescent development

Youth engagement

Planning & organization

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation skills

Driver's license

Emotional regulation

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of America seeks a part-time Teen Youth Development Coordinator to foster a supportive, engaging environment for teens in our Teen Program. You’ll design inclusive activities, model trauma-informed care, and help teens build emotional regulation skills in partnership with the Teen Director.

Responsibilities include building relationships, leading weekly programming, supervising with empathy, and safely transporting youth as needed.