After-School Youth Development Specialist (TK/Kinder)

San Leandro Boys & Girls Club; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Youth Development Professional – TK and Kinder will work at a school‑based site as part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro, providing a nurturing after‑school environment for early learners.

You will lead play‑based activities supporting language, literacy, math concepts, and social‑emotional growth, with a focus on safety, routines, and positive behavior guidance. Role follows the school year calendar and may include summer work based on needs.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, and emotional intelligence with young children.
• Ability to maintain a safe, structured environment.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility and patience.
• High emotional intelligence and integrity to support early social-emotional development.
• Ability to connect authentically with young children and build trust.
• Extreme patience to help children navigate big emotions, conflicts, or new experiences.

Responsibilities

• Engaged supervision to maintain a secure, nurturing environment for young children.
• Facilitate interactive, play-based learning experiences that promote language, sensory, and social-emotional growth.
• Adapt and implement hands-on lessons building literacy, math concepts, and self-regulation.
• Create a positive learning environment with routines and proactive behavior guidance.
• Build positive relationships through warmth, encouragement, and individualized attention.
• Manage daily operations including transitions, snack, rest, toileting, and play.
• Collaborate with team to share observations and adjust strategies.
• Be flexible and support where needed to ensure a positive, enriching experience.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Safety & Supervision

CPR/First Aid

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma + 48 college units

Associate’s degree

Passing Paraeducator Exam

Job description

Youth Development Professional – TK and Kinder will work at a school‑based site as part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro, providing a nurturing after‑school environment for early learners.

You will lead play‑based activities supporting language, literacy, math concepts, and social‑emotional growth, with a focus on safety, routines, and positive behavior guidance. Role follows the school year calendar and may include summer work based on needs.