Program Leader

Boys-; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

EAP counseling

Education assistance

Transportation savings

FSA

PTO & holidays

Summer/winter closures

Professional development

401K

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco seeks a Program Leader for the Carver Elementary School-Based Club to guide youth development and deliver after-school activities.

You will design age-appropriate curricula, mentor youth, and collaborate with staff to meet program goals in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of youth development experience with youth ages 6–18.
• Ability to build strong relationships and design engaging curriculum.
• Strong behavior management while maintaining high expectations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and self-starter abilities.
• Ability to create, implement, and maintain systems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, organize, and lead engaging after-school programs for groups of approximately 10 youth participants.
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and curriculum promoting personal growth and educational achievement.
• Provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for all youth participants.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor, fostering self-esteem and goal-setting.
• Collaborate with junior-level colleagues to share best practices and meet program targets.
• Maintain operational systems, routines, and record-keeping in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Youth development

Relationship building

Curriculum design

Behavior management

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

Early Childhood Development coursework

Education background

Leadership experience

First Aid/CPR certification progression

Job description

Description

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco — George Washington Carver Elementary School

San Francisco, CA | Full-Time (32 hrs/wk) | Non-Exempt | In-person

$24.00 – $25.00 / hour | Benefits Eligible

Schedule:

• School Year: Monday–Friday (32 hrs/wk)
• Summer: Monday – Friday | 8:45 AM – 5:45 PM (40 hrs/wk)

Why This Role Matters

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character, community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a school-based team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

What You’ll Do

As a Program Leader at our Carver Elementary School-Based Club, you will play a crucial developmental role in shaping the lives of youth in our community. Rooted in strong relationships with members, school faculty, and families, this role oversees department activities and manages groups of children. You will facilitate engaging after-school activities, design age-appropriate curriculum, manage positive youth behavior, and mentor participants while collaborating with colleagues to meet program goals.

• Program Facilitation & Lesson Planning
  
  • Create, organize, and lead engaging after-school programs and activities for groups of approximately 10 youth participants.
  • Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and curriculum that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.
• Supervision, Mentoring & Culture
  
  • Provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for all youth participants.
  • Serve as a positive role model and mentor, fostering self-esteem, goal-setting, and personal development.
  • Establish Clubhouse standards and expectations grounded in mutual respect between staff and the community served.
  • Apply positive behavior management and disciplinary skills to maintain high expectations in a high-paced environment.
• Team Collaboration & Operations
  
  • Collaborate with junior-level colleagues to share best practices, ensure program targets are met, and support team cohesion.
  • Maintain operational systems, routines, and record-keeping in a fast-paced environment with continual distractions.

What You Bring

Required

• Minimum 2 years of youth development experience working with youth ages 6–18 in a youth development setting
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, positive relationships with youth and design engaging curriculum
• Strong positive behavior management and disciplinary skills while maintaining high expectations
• Excellent communication, organizational, and self-starter abilities
• Ability to create, implement, and maintain systems and procedures in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Educational background or completed coursework in Early Childhood Development, Education, or related fields
• Proven leadership or mentorship experience
• Current Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a 10-passenger vehicle
• Bilingual skills (highly encouraged)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Why BGCSF

• Comprehensive Health Benefits + Employer Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): In-Person Counseling + 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support
• Education Assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Mandatory Summer + Winter Weeklong Organization-wide Closures
• Professional Development Opportunities
• 401K pre-tax program and employer contribution after one year of service

Compensation

The estimated wage range for this role is $24.00 – $25.00 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on a range of factors, including skill set, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. Candidates may be hired at the entry, mid, or top level of the range depending on qualifications and position requirements.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the hiring process, BGCSF requires candidates to complete LiveScan fingerprinting, a background check, and a tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. The organization has the discretion to relocate/reassign a person, as needed.