Youth Development Coordinator

CONNECTIKIDS INC

  • Hartford, CT
  • $19.00-20.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
Benefits:
  • Company parties
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
Job Title: Youth Development CoordinatorOrganization: ConnectiKids Inc.
Job Type: Part-time full year (25-28 hours per week, occasional evenings and Saturdays as needed)Pay Range: $19-$20Program Schedule: full year with alternative hours
  • School Year Program: October – May (Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday)
  • Summer Program: Late June - August (Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday)
Job OverviewThe Youth Development Coordinator works directly with students, overseeing them during programming, managing behavior, facilitating lesson plans, and ensuring student safety. The coordinator upholds the ConnectiKids mission throughout the academic year and summer program. Additional responsibilities include administrative tasks, family engagement, and community outreach.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage student behavior during programs.
  • Supervise students during transportation.
  • Facilitate pre-developed lesson plans and manage a classroom of 15-20 students.
  • Assist instructors with arts and enrichment sessions.
  • Take attendance, track mentor-student pairs, and maintain program documentation.
  • Communicate with program management, parents, and mentors regarding student progress and program updates.
  • Assist in coordinating and implementing special events.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of program spaces.
CIT (Counselors-in-Training) Responsibilities
  • Design and lead leadership workshops, training sessions, and hands-on experiences.
  • Monitor and evaluate CIT progress, providing feedback and assessments.
  • Support CITs in behavior management and camper engagement.
  • Serve as a positive role model for CITs, demonstrating professionalism and responsibility.
  • Collaborate with camp staff to integrate CITs into programs effectively.
Administrative Responsibilities
  • Input and manage student registration and documentation.
  • Maintain records such as attendance logs, permission slips, evaluations/surveys and mentor-student demographics.
  • Assist in planning and organizing family engagement events.
  • Communicate with parents, school administrators, and community partners.
  • Research best practices for youth mentoring and development.
  • Assist with lesson planning for book clubs, enrichment activities, and wellness sessions.
Qualifications
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Experience working with youth (ages 5 – 17) in a camp, school, or mentoring setting.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with groups and individual students.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a registered, insured vehicle.
  • Flexible availability for special events and programs.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Ability to understand and communicate complex work-related tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to lift and carry at least 15 pounds.

CONNECTIKIDS INC