Before Care Lead Youth Development Specialist-Mosley Club

Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Spanish speaker

Youth onboarding program

New hire orientation

DEI in the workplace

Paid sick leave from day 1

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver is seeking a Before Care Lead Youth Development Specialist to supervise and implement morning programs that focus on athletics, arts, STEM and education for youth before school. You will play a key role in guiding participants and ensuring safe, engaging activities.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of direct youth service, strong classroom management, and a background in teaching.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of direct youth service experience.
• Basic classroom management with ability to guide youth toward goals.
• Creative lesson planning with engaging, kid-friendly activities.
• Ability to adapt quickly and stay productive when plans change.
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with youth.
• Experience in supervising, coaching, and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement high-yield before-care activities in athletics, cultural arts, STEM and education.
• Deliver engaging programs and provide clear steps and tools for youth.
• Support and mentor staff to deliver quality youth programming.

Skills

Serving youth

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Adaptability

Relationship building

Supervision

Education

Teaching certificate

Job description

• Base Pay $23.50 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

Our Club staff members are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. They don’t just open the doors of our Clubs – they open the door to new worlds and possibilities for kids and communities across Metro Denver.

When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, you are part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational. And we love what we do.

The Before Care Lead Youth Development Specialist supervises, and implements a variety of high-yield activities and targeted programs revolving around these core areas: athletics, cultural arts, STEM, and education for our Before Care Program.

What you are good at:

• Serving youth (at least three year of direct service). You have a demonstrable record of planning and implementing youth programs.
• Basic classroom management and the ability to direct youth and provide them with clear steps and tools that support goals achievement.
• Creative lesson planning . You put the necessary time and work into lesson planning, but also think about the fun things you did as a kid and include those, as well!
• Thinking on your feet. You like learning new things, and you can learn quickly. When things change - and they will - you go with the flow and are productive.
• Creating positive and supportive relationships with youth.
• Supervision. You have a drive to coach, give feedback, and mentor your team to be the best they can be.

Extra Awesome Points:

• You are a Spanish speaker.
• You have previous experience working with youth.
• You have a teaching certificate or background in education.

What we offer you:

• Targeted youth professional onboarding in your first 90 days. This includes programming from our partnership with the Denver Afterschool Alliance and the SEAL Initiative.
• A two-day, new hire orientation that breaks down the organization and your important, fun, connected place within it. You get to understand how your work drives our mission and makes an impact in kids’ lives.
• An employer who invests in its team ! Investing in our team is one of four strategic pillars at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Our internal promotion rate for 2021 was 61%. We focus on staff appreciation, professional development, trainings, and – of course – fun! Investing in YOU is a top priority.
• Commitment to DEI in the workplace , which means ensuring access, opportunity, and advancement for our diverse team of 200+.
• Paid sick leave that starts accruing on day 1!

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a drug test that includes screening for marijuana, criminal and driving records investigations, and reference checks.
• A valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the company's insurance policy.
• The successful candidate will primarily work indoors. Accordingly, the ability to use a variety of equipment including janitorial and office equipment is required.
• The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods, kneel, reach, bend, and lift objects weighing in excess of 25 lbs.
• Outdoor work and moderate physically demanding activities may be required on occasion.
• The ability to read and write is necessary to complete reports, properly document programs, and utilize organizational data.

Summary

Job Title : Before Care Lead Youth Development Specialist

Division : Club Operations

Reports t o: Club Director

Status : Part- t ime , Non- e xempt; 11 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday; approx. 6:00 AM - 7:15 AM

Additional Information

• Posting Dates Position will be posted until November 8, 2026.