Afterschool Youth Development Specialist

Volunteers of America - Dakotas; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Volunteers of America - Dakotas is seeking a Youth Development Professional for afterschool programs in Sioux Falls. You will supervise and engage students, plan monthly lessons, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

The role includes facilitating academics, activities, and social-emotional learning, with transportation duties and space cleanup. Requires HS diploma, valid driver’s license, 18+, and prior experience with at-risk youth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or state education requirements required.
• Previous experience working with at-risk youth and/or families
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Supervise elementary students in a safe and enriching environment
• Provide active supervision of students, defined as being close enough to see, hear and intervene
• Actively engage with students through games, play, conversation, etc.
• Plan a minimum of four lesson plans per month as assigned by Site Coordinator and submit to Site Coordinator in advance for approval
• Facilitate academic, recreational and/or social-emotional lessons as assigned by Site Coordinator
• Complete van driver and provide safe transportation home for students via agency vehicle
• Clean and organize afterschool spaces to ensure they are safe and developmentally appropriate
• Help students with personal hygiene, which may include diaper changes, toileting assistance, handwashing, etc.
• Track attendance, snack records and participation as requested
• Assist with data collection and reporting as requested
• Report any incidents, behaviors, injuries, etc. to Site Coordinator and assist in completing related forms as requested
• Support students and implement consequences as identified in the organization’s policies and procedures and any written behavior plans
• Communicate student and family needs with Connections Coordinator and Site Coordinator to facilitate referral to community resources
• Participate in and help with special events and family nights
• Attend scheduled meetings and required trainings, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled hours
• Complete all trainings required by licensing and organization within identified timeframe
• Report any safety, maintenance or equipment concerns to Site Coordinator as soon as possible
• Be a positive role model for students by being a positive, active and engaged member of the team
• Maintain high level of confidentiality with sensitive information
• Report any instances (or suspected instances) of child abuse and neglect to the proper authorities

Skills

Active supervision

Lesson planning

Family communication

Education

High School Diploma

Valid driver’s license

18 years of age or older

Job description

Volunteers of America - Dakotas is seeking a Youth Development Professional for afterschool programs in Sioux Falls. You will supervise and engage students, plan monthly lessons, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

The role includes facilitating academics, activities, and social-emotional learning, with transportation duties and space cleanup. Requires HS diploma, valid driver’s license, 18+, and prior experience with at-risk youth.