Afterschool Youth Program Assistant

Union Settlement Association, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Union Settlement Association, Inc. in New York, NY, is seeking a part-time Classroom Aide to support youth programs within the Youth Services department. The role focuses on assisting in curriculum development, activity facilitation, and classroom management for after-school sessions.

The position pays $17.50 per hour, on-site in New York, with 17.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 2pm-5:30pm) and non-exempt status. Prior experience in youth services is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working in a youth services program.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to serving youth in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classroom and program spaces for activities.
• Assist in planning and implementing weekly lesson plans related to social, educational, and recreational theme-based activities.
• Assist Group Leaders in workshops in sports, technology, leadership, performing arts, prevention, visual arts, dance, and STEM.
• Assist Group Leader with project-based activities and prepare participants for quarterly presentations, showcases, and performances.
• Take daily attendance.
• Distribute breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily to participants.
• Attend and escort youth on trips.
• Assist in classroom management and behavior modification.
• Provide technical support to all staff, such as archiving, copying, typing, filing, and organizing paperwork.
• Run errands to support program needs.
• Participate in special events and staff meetings.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Program Director and Site Supervisor.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Youth services

Leadership

Job description

Union Settlement Association, Inc. in New York, NY, is seeking a part-time Classroom Aide to support youth programs within the Youth Services department. The role focuses on assisting in curriculum development, activity facilitation, and classroom management for after-school sessions.

The position pays $17.50 per hour, on-site in New York, with 17.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 2pm-5:30pm) and non-exempt status. Prior experience in youth services is encouraged.