After-School Youth Development Pro — TK & Kinder

San Leandro Boys & Girls Club; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro seeks a Youth Development Professional to support TK and kindergarteners after school. You will guide hands-on activities, promote early literacy and social-emotional growth, and create a safe, engaging learning space.

This part-time, on-site role follows the school year calendar and offers a warm team environment, opportunities to gain experience in early childhood development, and a chance to impact children's confidence and curiosity.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration skills required.
• Patience, flexibility, and emotional intelligence when working with young children.
• Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities

• Engaged supervision to ensure a secure, nurturing space for exploration.
• Lead interactive, play-based activities to support language, literacy, math, and social skills.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and adapt based on individual needs and interests.
• Create a positive learning environment with routines and proactive behavior guidance.
• Build trusted relationships with children and collaborate with team members.
• Oversee daily operations and transitions to ensure a balanced schedule.
• Support team with various tasks to maintain a cohesive program.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Patience

Safety and Structure

CPR/First Aid

Flexibility

Emotional Intelligence

Early Childhood Development Knowledge

Education

High school diploma + 48 college units

Associate’s degree or higher

Paraprofessional exam eligibility

Job description

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Leandro seeks a Youth Development Professional to support TK and kindergarteners after school. You will guide hands-on activities, promote early literacy and social-emotional growth, and create a safe, engaging learning space.

This part-time, on-site role follows the school year calendar and offers a warm team environment, opportunities to gain experience in early childhood development, and a chance to impact children's confidence and curiosity.