Beacons School Success Lead — After-School Youth Mentor (Part-Time)

YMCA of the North; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

YMCA Beacons School Success Lead positions help nurture youth as leaders and learners after school and in summer programs. Staff develop, plan and lead enrichment activities at a Beacons School Success center in Minneapolis, guiding groups of youth and engaging families.

The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with Sr. Coordinator/Program Director, and alignment with YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 or older.
• Education or experience in youth studies, child development, human relations, communication, or recreation.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications due within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to plan, organize, and facilitate youth development programming.
• Excellent interpersonal communications and mediation skills.
• Willingness to work with diverse populations.
• Commitment to serving school-age children in enrichment settings.
• Preferred: 6+ months experience with school-aged youth.
• Preferred: degree in education, recreation or related child care field.
• Preferred: knowledge of Trauma-Informed and Youth Development practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement enrichment curriculum and activities for youth.
• Provide work direction to program staff and volunteers on duty.
• Evaluate the program and suggest changes to leadership.
• Keep spaces clean and organized for program activities.
• Collect daily attendance and support administrative tasks.
• Promote the program and recruit youth; communicate with families and school staff.

Skills

Youth studies

Child development

Human relations

Communication

Recreational programs

Interpersonal skills

Mediation skills

Diversity inclusion

Education

CPR & First Aid certifications

CPR/AED certification

Job description

YMCA Beacons School Success Lead positions help nurture youth as leaders and learners after school and in summer programs. Staff develop, plan and lead enrichment activities at a Beacons School Success center in Minneapolis, guiding groups of youth and engaging families.

The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with Sr. Coordinator/Program Director, and alignment with YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.