Youth Program Assistant (11015 4 Points Dr., Austin, TX)
Foundation Communities
- Austin, TX
- $17.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Prepare the learning environment, lessons and necessary supplies for program activities in an in-person and virtual setting
- Plan and lead meaningful activities that include; but are not limited to, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, reading, character development, physical fitness, and/or nutrition in a physical and online setting for students at the intended work site and other sites as needed
- Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities
- Ensure safety and supervision of students
- Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants
- Maintain accurate program documentation
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom as well as common areas
- Maintain a safe working environment for students
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check with Fingerprint check
- Proficiency in basic computer skills such as navigating websites, use of email suites (Gmail, Outlook, etc.) and search engines
- Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools such as Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo, amongst others
- Flexibility to meet the changing work needs and demands
- Ability to lead various fitness activities as well supervise/participate in sports
- Ability to organize activities and make sound judgements
- Ability to interact with a range of age groups
- Six months experience working with children; preferably providing educational and/or support to economically disadvantaged families
- Course work in Education, Child Development and/or other related field
- Bi-lingual (Spanish, Arabic or other)