Inclusion Support Specialist – After-School SEL

Community Youth Center of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Youth Center of San Francisco is seeking a Program Specialist (Inclusion Support) to provide 1:1 and small group social and emotional support, and behavioral coaching for school-age children in after-school or summer programs.

You will coordinate with school day staff and families, maintain progress documentation, and contribute to a safe learning environment while promoting inclusivity and restorative practices. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields preferred but must have completed a minimum of 48 college units or passed an Instructional Aide Exam.
• 2 years of proven experience in youth development, early childhood education, or work with special needs children.
• Empathy and understanding of children’s developmental stages; knowledge in positive behavior management strategies.
• Experience in classroom management, conflict mediation, and restorative practices is a plus.
• Experience working with diverse youth and families is a plus.
• Must possess good organization, patience, communication (both oral and written) and teamwork skills.
• Capacity to multitask, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Good technology skills (Google docs & sheets, MS Office)

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and/or small group social and emotional support and behavioral coaching to school age children.
• Develop individualized care plans and document student progress.
• Guide and facilitate independent study, enrichment skill building, and make-up school work.
• Collaborate with school day teachers, counselors, and after school staff.
• Participate in Student Support/Coordinated Care Team, IEP, SAP, or SST meetings as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and share progress data.
• Establish a positive and safe learning environment; manage behavior and resolve conflicts.
• Communicate with parents/caregivers about youths’ progress and challenges.
• Assist with data entry and evaluation data for funders and program improvement.
• Attend regular staff meetings and ongoing trainings.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of shared spaces.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor and management team.

Skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Communication (oral & written)

Teamwork

Multitask/independence

Positive behavior management

Bilingual (Spanish, Cantonese/Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 48 college units

Instructional Aide Exam

Tools

Google Docs & Sheets

MS Office

Job description

Community Youth Center of San Francisco is seeking a Program Specialist (Inclusion Support) to provide 1:1 and small group social and emotional support, and behavioral coaching for school-age children in after-school or summer programs.

You will coordinate with school day staff and families, maintain progress documentation, and contribute to a safe learning environment while promoting inclusivity and restorative practices. Bilingual abilities are a plus.