Description:
At AYS our mission is to create an accessible, reliable, enriching community where every child and family thrive beyond the school day.
Get paid to lead, grow your career, and make a real difference in your community.
What We Provide:
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
- Education Connections
- Professional Development
- Free Childcare
Compensation:
Hourly Wage: $17โ$18/hr
Hours Per Week: 30โ37.5 hrs
Schedule: Morning and afternoon program, as well administrative time for program preparation and training
You're A Great Fit If You Areโฆ
- Fun
- Energetic
- Responsible
- A Natural Leader
- Love Working with Kids
- Team Player
- Mission-Driven
- Going Into Education or Social Work
- A Former Teacher
Step into our 90-day training program designed to set you up for success as a future Youth Development Leader. A genuine passion for youth, community, and growing into leadership is what matters most.
You'll Need:
- High school diploma/GED plus a willingness to complete CYC Certification (or another approved youth worker credential), with 2 years of related experience or 1 year of AYS experience โ OR
- Some college plus 2 years of related experience โ OR
- A BA/BS plus 1 year of related experience
- Supervisory experience preferred
What You'll Do:
Be the energy in the room โ lead with positivity and bring the AYS spirit to everything you do.
Lead your team โ mentor and support fellow Youth Development Associates day-to-day.
Own the site โ step into site-level decision-making and keep things running safely and smoothly.
Build real relationships โ connect with families, school partners, and staff to make sure every kid has a great experience.
Bring the curriculum to life โ implement engaging daily programming aligned with our Curriculum Framework.
Keep growing โ complete your 90-day training lab and required trainings. We make them worth your time.
The Physical Side of the Job:
Active on your feet โ comfortable standing, walking, and/or sitting for extended periods throughout the day.
Ready to lend a hand โ able to move supplies or equipment up to 20 lbs.
Quick when it counts โ able to move fast and intervene calmly to keep everyone safe.
Confident decision-maker โ able to read situations and act independently without waiting for direction.
Reliable transportation โ able to get yourself to your assigned site consistently.
Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. Reach out if you have any questions.
Requirements: