Program Leader

Kidsclub; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K pre-tax

Paid time off

Education assistance

Transportation Savings Account

FSA

Paid Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Professional development

West Coast Bay Club membership

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco is seeking a Program Leader for school-based clubs to mentor and guide youth aged 6–18 after school. You will facilitate engaging activities, build positive relationships, and help shape personal growth and educational achievement within a supportive environment.

Join a mission-driven team in San Francisco offering in-person work, competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development as you help youth reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of youth development experience with youth ages 6–18.
• Ability to create strong relationships and curriculum with youth.
• Strong disciplinary skills and high expectations.
• Proven communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to follow systems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, safety, and a nurturing environment for youth.
• Lead after-school programs and activities for groups of ~10 youth.
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Serve as a positive mentor to participants.
• Cultivate club culture with mutual respect between staff and community.
• Collaborate with team members to meet program goals.

Skills

Youth development

Relationship building

Communication

Disciplinary skills

Organizational skills

Education

Education in Early Childhood Development

Job description

Description

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco — Malcolm X Academy School-Based Clubs

San Francisco, CA | Full-time (40 hrs/wk school year / 40 hrs summer) | In-person

$24.00 – $25.00 / hour | Benefits Eligible

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

A Program Leader at a School-Based Club plays a fundamental role in shaping youth through direct group facilitation, mentoring, and lesson delivery. Rooted in strong relationships with youth, faculty, and families, this role manages groups of approximately 10 youth ages 6–18, leading daily after-school activities while establishing standards of mutual respect, safety, and engagement.

• Provide Supervision & Safety — Ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all youth participants.
• Facilitate Programs & Activities — Create and lead engaging after-school programs and activities for a group of approximately 10 youth.
• Develop Lesson Plans — Design age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.
• Serve as a Mentor — Act as a positive role model and mentor to young participants, fostering their self-esteem and personal development.
• Cultivate Club Culture — Establish standards and set expectations grounded in mutual respect between staff and the community served.
• Collaborate with Team Members — Partner with junior-level colleagues to ensure program goals are met and to share best practices.

What You Bring

Required

• 2+ years of youth development experience working with youth ages 6–18 years old in a youth development setting
• Demonstrated ability to create strong relationships and curriculum with youth
• Strong positive disciplinary skills with the ability to manage youth behaviors and maintain high expectations
• Proven communication, organizational, and self-starter abilities
• Strong ability to create and follow systems and procedures in a fast-paced environment with continual distractions

Preferred

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

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, including employer contributions
• 401K pre-tax program and 7% employer contribution after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off program
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free all-location West Coast Bay Club membership (for FT & PT after 90 days)

Compensation

The wage range for this position 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 senior 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

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected in this role. It is not intended as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. BGCSF reserves the right to reassign or relocate employees as needed.