Afterschool and Summer Program Coordinator

We believe strong communities are the foundation for strong children and families and that all young people deserve the opportunity to flourish. We uplift youth through mentoring, independent living skills training, and student-led advisory groups. We engage with families to ensure they are engaged as true collaborators. We bring together committed partners to foster a stronger Goodhue County, working with government agencies, schools, businesses, individual community members, parents, and youth to identify challenges facing our youth and devise solutions collectively. Part-time; 15-20 hours per week, grant-funded through June 30th, 2027. Job Summary The Kiln Youth Center is a free venue, committed to establishing a safe, supportive environment for young members of the community to come together, build connections, and access valuable resources. This role organizes programs at The Kiln. Core programs include health and wellness, recreation/drop-in activities, future preparedness, recovery services, and academics. The bulk of program delivery and coordination happens on-site at RiseUp Partnership. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Partnerships Provide overall leadership and coordination of both afterschool and summer programming at The Kiln, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and youth development outcomes. Maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for all participants, modeling positive youth development practices. Supervise and support adult and peer mentors, volunteers, and AmeriCorps Fellows to ensure consistent, high-quality engagement with youth. Recruit, onboard, and retain mentors and volunteers, including oversight of background checks and training. Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local leaders to expand opportunities for youth. Program Management Plan, implement, and oversee afterschool and summer programming for youth in grades 5-12. Ensure programming reflects best practices in youth development, mentoring, and social-emotional learning. Coordinate schedules, activities, and logistics (including transportation and supervision) to ensure smooth program operations. Provide orientation, guidance, and ongoing support to adult and peer mentors, volunteers, and AmeriCorps Fellows. Collaborate with internal staff, including the Parent Engagement Coordinator and Marketing team, to strengthen family connections and program visibility. Track participation, maintain program records, and support evaluation and reporting efforts. Report programming status and updates to the Director of Programs monthly. Must align work hours/days with program hours and days:

Afterschool:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (program is 3

• 7 p.m.) Required hours: 2
• 7 p.m. one day 2
• 5 p.

m. two days

Summer:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (program is 11 a.m.

• 3 p.m.) Required hours: 10 a.m.
• 4 p.m. one day 9 a.m.
• 12 p.

m. two days The rest of the hours are flexible Administrative & Organizational Support Maintain accurate youth documentation, including case notes, assessments, intake, and outcome data, ensuring compliance with program requirements. Monitor program expenses in alignment with budget expectations. Support fundraising and community events through coordination of youth participation. Complete a minimum of 20 hours of professional development annually. Perform other duties as assigned to support program success. Professional and Ethical Expectations Use integrity and cultural competency in all aspects of your work. Take responsibility for your actions and words. Put the program mission first; resolve or set aside personal or work-related differences to reach the larger goal of the program mission. Optimize personal effectiveness and efficiency in executing responsibilities and supporting teammates. Behave in a manner that conveys positivity, optimism, and dedication to personal, team, and organization success. Minimum Qualifications Experience working with youth, youth leadership programs, or youth development activities. Ability to facilitate groups and build positive relationships with youth. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with schools and community partners. Ability to work some evenings or occasional weekends for youth meetings or events. Reliable transportation to travel to schools and meetings across Goodhue County. Commitment to supporting youth leadership and inclusive engagement. Preferred Skills and Experience Bilingual Spanish/English language skills. Experience working with youth councils, youth advisory groups, or leadership programs. Experience organizing events, meetings, or community activities. Experience building partnerships with schools or community organizations. Bachelor's degree in education, social work, youth development, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Lived experience navigating systems that impact youth and families is valued.

Pay:

$25.92

• $27.43 per hour Expected hours: 15.0
• 20.

0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Red Wing, MN 55066 (Required)

Work Location:

In person