Youth Development Instructor

Pure Ambition; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

PA Kids – Pure Ambition in Austin, TX is seeking a Youth Development Instructor for the PA Kids After-School Program. This role involves supervising elementary students from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM, leading structured activities, and assisting with homework in a safe, organized environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates reliability and professionalism, with the ability to communicate effectively with families and staff, and to follow licensing and Texas Rising Stars standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Background in education, recreation, child development, or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage elementary-age students in structured activities.
• Assist with homework support periods.
• Maintain safe classroom ratios and environments.
• Communicate professionally with families at pickup.
• Utilize Brightwheel for documentation and communication within role scope.
• Follow all licensing and Texas Rising Stars standards.
• Support behavior management in alignment with PA Kids policies.
• Participate in required staff trainings.

Skills

Reliability

Professionalism

Communication

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Youth Development Instructor – PA Kids After-School Program

Location: Austin, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:45 PM – 6:00 PM (Required Availability)
Compensation: $16–$18 per hour (based on experience and reliability)

About PA Kids – Pure Ambition

PA Kids is a licensed after-school program serving elementary students in a structured, high-standard environment. We operate as a Texas Rising Stars 3-Star program, committed to excellence in safety, professionalism, and child development.

We are a team-oriented program focused on accountability, consistency, and positive youth development.

Position Overview

The Youth Development Instructor supports daily after-school programming by supervising students, leading structured activities, assisting with homework, and maintaining a safe and organized environment.

This role requires reliability, professionalism, and consistency.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage elementary-age students in structured activities
• Assist with homework support periods
• Maintain safe classroom ratios and environments
• Communicate professionally with parents at pickup
• Utilize Brightwheel for documentation and communication within role scope
• Follow all licensing and Texas Rising Stars standards
• Support behavior management in alignment with PA Kids policies
• Participate in required staff trainings

Non-Negotiable Standards

• Reliable attendance Monday–Friday, 2:45 PM – 6:00 PM
• Consistent punctuality
• Completion of required background checks and compliance training
• Professional communication with families and staff
• Ability to work collaboratively in a structured environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Experience working with children preferred
• Background in education, recreation, child development, or related field is a plus

Application Question (Required)

Please answer the following:

Why is reliability especially important in a licensed after-school program?

Applications without a response may not be considered.