After School Program Specialist APPLY NOW

Status: Part-time

Salary: $18-$25 per hour

Location: San Gabriel Valley, Los Angeles County

Job Summary: The Program Specialist is responsible for supervising and interacting with youth in the After School program located in an elementary school, adhering to all local, state, and federal regulations. The Program Specialist works with the Site Director to implement developmentally appropriate Out Of School Time activities for youth such as recreation, homework help, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), creative art, and project work. Duties also involve written and verbal communication with parents, school personnel, and other InnovAce staff.

Essential Functions: • Provide a safe, nurturing enrichment program for youth to thrive • Interact with children and families in a positive way to encourage independence and cooperation • Work directly with school age youth with a maximum ratio of 20 youth per group

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Must be at least 18 years of age • High school diploma or equivalent required • Experience working with children and youth • Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • College credit in child development, education, or related field

Bilingual, English – Spanish; English - Chinese; English - Vietnamese

At InnovAce, children and youth find a safe, fun and inclusive place – a place where they form lasting relationships, develop a sense of belonging and make positive contributions to the lives of their families and their community. InnovAce youth have life-enhancing experiences and develop assets essential to their futures. InnovAce changes young lives for the better in our community.

Salary: $18-$25 per hour