After-School Youth Development Assistant

Boys & Girls Club of North Central Illinois; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of North Central Illinois is seeking Youth Development Assistants to help create a safe, engaging after-school environment for Club members. You will support program planning, member engagement, and site operations to uphold the Club's mission.

You will lead activities across education, arts, sports, and STEM, review daily schedules, take attendance, and help ensure spaces are clean and welcoming. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong organizational skills and effective time management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and problem-solve.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience working with children or teens preferred.
• Ability to be flexible, patient, and supportive. Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
• Availability to work Monday–Friday between 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM (specific shift times vary by program).
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Arrive 20 minutes prior to program start to prepare materials and plans
• Lead and support activities across program areas (education, arts, sports, STEM, etc.)
• Display and review daily schedules with staff and members
• Provide clear instructions, set expectations, and encourage participation
• Promote member engagement and regroup members as needed for activities
• Assist with small-group and special program opportunities
• Ensure program areas are clean, organized, and safe
• Monitor supplies and communicate needs to the Site Coordinator
• Take attendance for each program and organize records for entry into MyClubHub
• Take photos of member participation at least weekly
• Highlight member achievements in program areas and displays
• Communicate professionally via walkie‑talkie and during interactions
• Support Youth Program Quality Assessment (YPQA) and other evaluation processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Program implementation

Safety awareness

Behavior management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Dependability

Emotional intelligence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Boys & Girls Club of North Central Illinois is seeking Youth Development Assistants to help create a safe, engaging after-school environment for Club members. You will support program planning, member engagement, and site operations to uphold the Club's mission.

You will lead activities across education, arts, sports, and STEM, review daily schedules, take attendance, and help ensure spaces are clean and welcoming. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.