After-School Youth Counselor – Beacons Center (6-8)

YWCA of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

YWCA Minneapolis is hiring a Beacons Center Youth Counselor at Franklin Middle School in Minneapolis for after-school academic and enrichment activities for grades 6-8. You will plan and facilitate youth activities, recruit participants and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role is part-time with hours 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday during the school year, with summer hours subject to program needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience working with youth from low-income and inner-city families.
• Experience planning and facilitating structured groups.
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and facilitate age-appropriate educational activities.
• Support in recruiting and maintaining program participants.
• Create a safe, student-centered learning environment.
• Track attendance and enter data into database.
• Participate in trainings and team meetings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship Building

Consistency

Growth Mindset

Cultural Responsiveness

Communication

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

YWCA Minneapolis is hiring a Beacons Center Youth Counselor at Franklin Middle School in Minneapolis for after-school academic and enrichment activities for grades 6-8. You will plan and facilitate youth activities, recruit participants and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role is part-time with hours 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday during the school year, with summer hours subject to program needs.