Youth Program Assistant

Edna Martin Christian Center
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2024 CLOSED ON 8/5/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Assistant position at Edna Martin Christian Center?

​Job Summary: ​*Youth program assistants promote the personal, educational and social development of young people ages 5-13 years.* The Youth Program Assistant position is under the supervision of the applicable Site Coordinator. It is a part-time, non-benefited position requiring 20 hours per week. The position includes management of classroom and social activities, executing lesson plans that are consistent with the educational needs of the students, tutoring or coordination with teachers, and other duties as assigned. Staff in this position are expected to facilitate programming in accordance with the goals and objectives established by EMCC’s director and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement lesson plans and activities as directed and participate in planning as requested
  • Develop weekly behavior reports that may be used in conjunction with Class DOJO app and create incident reports and accident reports if/when they occur
  • Work with the Site Coordinator and Academic Success Coach to provide young people with meaningful alternatives (e.g. educational programs, social interaction, recreational activities, and employment opportunities) that will draw them from negative lifestyles
  • Provide direct service to enrolled students by leading educational and recreational activities including tutoring, games, crafts, field trips, etc.
  • Communicate the need for counseling, casework, and support services to the Site Coordinator
  • Administer daily snack/meal program
  • Provide transportation home at the end of program or act as bus/van monitor
  • Ensure that classrooms, other school areas, and vehicles are safe, clean, and well-maintained
  • Work with participants to value EMCC and school-based resources
  • Work to publicize programming, activities and recruit prospective participants
  • Collect daily and weekly student data and input in EZ Reports as required by EMCC and IDOE
  • Perform other related responsibilities as assigned

Complexity of Work:

  • Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

  • Must be willing to obtain a professional Child and Youth Care Credential within two years of hire

Required Credential(s)

  • Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as

demonstrated by good driving record

  • First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
  • Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana

Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

  • None required; at least one year of experience in childcare or school-age youth programming preferred

Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • After school
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $18

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