Part-Time After-School Program Leader

Youth Guidance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Paid sick leave

401k plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training & professional development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Youth Guidance is seeking a part-time Program Assistant in Chicago, IL to supervise students before and after school and support the Community Resource Coordinator in promoting programs.

The role runs 2:30–6:00 pm, three days per week (up to 15 hours). It’s based at 4929 N Sawyer Ave and requires a high school diploma; a bachelor's degree is preferred. You’ll assist with homework, curriculum planning, and parent communication.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts and promote positive behavior.
• Proactive with projects and able to follow through.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of students in before/after school programs.
• Promote Youth Guidance values and maintain behavioral expectations.
• Collaborate with Community Resource Coordinator on curriculum/lesson planning.
• Assist students with homework and projects.
• Escort students to/from programs and distribute program information.
• Support school day administration and communicate with parents.
• Provide conflict resolution with children, parents, families, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Proactivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Youth Guidance is seeking a part-time Program Assistant in Chicago, IL to supervise students before and after school and support the Community Resource Coordinator in promoting programs.

The role runs 2:30–6:00 pm, three days per week (up to 15 hours). It’s based at 4929 N Sawyer Ave and requires a high school diploma; a bachelor's degree is preferred. You’ll assist with homework, curriculum planning, and parent communication.