Afterschool Lead Coach: Mentor & Program Lead

A World Fit For Kids; Huntington Park (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A World Fit For Kids is seeking an Afterschool Lead Coach in Huntington Park, CA to help run a safe, organized, and engaging afterschool program.

You will assist the Site Coordinator, train Coaches, plan activities, manage attendance, and organize events and field trips, while maintaining a 20:1 participant-to-coach ratio and providing a supportive learning environment.

This part-time, non-exempt role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and dedication to youth development.

Qualifications

• Graduate or majored in education, child development, physical education, recreation or related field.
• Experience working with children/youth ages 5–17 is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience implementing expanded learning/out of school time educational enrichment activities is a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Step in for Site Coordinator when they are off site or absent.
• Assist in the collection and documentation of attendance.
• Assist Site Coordinator with community and school meetings, such as parent meetings/workshops and program events.
• Devise and execute engaging and educational activities for participants.
• Create and implement program activities aligned with goals and monthly themes.
• Uphold a student-to-coach ratio of 20:1 and attract/retain participants.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all students.
• Build positive relationships with youth, families, and school staff.
• Maintain and submit daily attendance records and documentation.
• Develop and present comprehensive lesson plans in advance.
• Organize end-of-semester performances or displays.
• Participate in staff development sessions.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Facilitate activities

Education

Education/related field

Experience with ages 5-17

High school diploma or equivalent

Expanded learning/out-of-school-time experience a plus

Age 18+

Job description

A World Fit For Kids is seeking an Afterschool Lead Coach in Huntington Park, CA to help run a safe, organized, and engaging afterschool program.

You will assist the Site Coordinator, train Coaches, plan activities, manage attendance, and organize events and field trips, while maintaining a 20:1 participant-to-coach ratio and providing a supportive learning environment.

This part-time, non-exempt role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and dedication to youth development.