After School Youth Worker

Guadalupe Centers•Kansas City, KS

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Youth workers promote the personal, educational, and social development of young students aged between 5 and 10 years old. The Youth worker is responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment for young children. Their duties include coming up with fun creative and educational activities, preparing and serving snacks to children, and maintaining a clean environment for the children.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Demonstrated creativity, energy, and enthusiasm for working with children.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; patient, friendly, and organized.
Ability to serve as a positive role model.
Ability to pass background checks and drug screens.
Knowledge of Microsoft and/or Google Suite and relevant software.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Create and implement daily lesson plans and activities that support academic, social, and emotional development.
Interact with students to provide guidance, encouragement, and positive role modeling.
Maintain a constant visual of assigned group or grade level to ensure safety and participation.
Promote an inclusive, respectful culture where all students feel supported and valued.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space.
Monitor student behavior and encourage appropriate conduct using trauma-informed practices.
Resolve conflicts calmly and fairly, maintaining confidentiality when needed.
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, coworkers, and school staff.
Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding incidents, concerns, or student needs, both verbally and in writing.
Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and colleagues to ensure quality, coordinated services.
Facilitate connections to Guadalupe Centers resources and wraparound services when appropriate.
Take and submit daily attendance records.
Submit supply requests in advance to support approved lesson plans.
Attend staff meetings to share updates, resources, and program needs.
Participate in required training, including CPR/First Aid, Trauma-Informed Care, and Mandated Reporter certification.
Follow all safety guidelines and organizational policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.