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Form of workJob posting: Youth Program Assistant
Status: Seasonal, June 24-Aug. 16, 2024, 28-32 hours/week
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9-4pm, a couple hours on Friday as needed
Reports to: Program Manager
Broad Scope and Function of Job:
The Program Assistant supports our out-of-school time (OST) community-based programs for K-5 youth. This position partners with the program manager to establish developmentally appropriate activities, build meaningful relationships with youth and their families, and attend to the academic and social/emotional outcomes of the program. A Program Assistant assigned to each of our two community-based sites:
Luxton Learners: Luxton Learners operates from Luxton Park in SE Minneapolis and serves a diverse group, including East African, African American, Indigenous, and mixed-race youth living in or nearGlendale Townhomes.
Mulberry Junction: Mulberry Junction operates from East Side's main campus at 1700 Second St. NE in Minneapolis and serves a diverse group of youth and families from across NE Minneapolis.
Seasonal opportunity with potential for longer term employment. Currently hiring for two positions.
Major Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for the following functions:
Program Implementation (50%):
Assist Program Manager in the planning, facilitation, and evaluation of groups and activities for students during program hours. Activities focus on skill development in academics, social emotional learning, problem-solving, decision-making, personal agency and community engagement.
Plan and lead small-group enrichment and academic activities.
Provide supervision of youth throughout program time to ensure a safe and positive experience for all participants, using positive youth engagement and behavior management strategies as needed.
Assist with data collection and evaluation of programming.
Administrative (20%)
Enter data including registration information, program attendance and other outputs into our client database for regular assessment of program quality and continuous improvement.
Assist with managing Continuous Learning Plans and academic goals for youth, to be submitted to MPS Office of Extended Learning.
Create printed materials to support program enrollment (flyers, registration form, etc.).
Attend meetings and trainings, participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement.
Family and Community Engagement (10%):
Conduct youth outreach in the community to link youth and families with available resources.
Assist in planning and implementation of family education and engagement activities
Facilitate parental involvement through direct communication, volunteer participation, family/parent events, and input.
Staffing Support (5%):
Assist with coaching and development of volunteers, interns and contracted staff.
Actively participate in orientation and training to gain the necessary understanding to carry out Youth Department and program goals.
Other (5%):
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Manager.
Job Requirements and Qualifications:
Education:
Must have completed at least two years of post-secondary education. An associates or bachelors degree in child development, Human Services, Education, or related field preferred.
Experience:
Proficiency writing and speaking in Oromo, Somali, and/or Spanish, as well as the ability to translate into spoken and written English is preferred.
Valid MN driver's license and strong driving record required.
Experience working with urban youth and families in a community-based setting.
Experience tutoring youth with an emphasis on reading, STEM and social emotional learning.
Experience running a group and understanding group dynamics and how to increase youth engagement.
Compensation: $20 per hour
Application Deadline: Open until filled
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
East Side Neighborhood Services is an equal opportunity employer
and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
We believe BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA+ communities must be centered in the
work we do, so we strongly encourage applications from people with these
identities, or who are members of other marginalized communities, to apply.
