Program Assistant

Program Assistant - Aspire After School Program Make a Difference Every Day in the Lives of Youth! Seeking a passionate, dependable, and energetic Program Assistant to help create a safe, engaging, and inspiring after-school environment for elementary and middle school scholars. If you enjoy working with youth, supporting staff, leading activities, and helping students grow academically and socially, this is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is making a positive impact every day. Position Schedule Monday-Friday | 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM Approximately 28-30 hours per week Non-Exempt Position Why Join Aspire? Supportive and team-oriented work environment Opportunity to positively impact youth development Creative and engaging after-school atmosphere Leadership and professional growth opportunities Meaningful work that helps scholars thrive academically and socially Position Summary Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Program Assistant helps oversee daily after-school operations and supports staff in delivering high-quality enrichment, recreation, and academic activities in a structured and positive environment. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, enthusiastic, and passionate about helping youth succeed. Key Responsibilities Support the daily flow and operations of the after-school program Supervise and support program staff throughout the day Monitor staff attendance and daily schedules Coordinate with the Site Coordinator to ensure smooth program operations Manage student sign-in/sign-out procedures and ensure scholar safety Build positive relationships with scholars, families, and staff Observe classrooms and support enrichment lessons, routines, and transitions Assist with activity planning and purchase requests Support snack and supper distribution/counts Attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions Help create a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment Perform additional duties as assigned We are Looking for someone who: Has experience working with elementary or middle school youth Brings creativity, positivity, and leadership to the program Can manage groups of 15-20 students effectively Communicates professionally with students, parents, and staff Works well independently and as part of a team Has strong classroom and behavior management skills Is passionate about student growth and social-emotional development Thinks outside the box when planning activities and enrichment opportunities The ablity to muliti task and adjust to change Able to problem solve and has conflict resolution skills Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma required Minimum of 2 years of experience working with youth Must meet ONE of the following requirements: Have at least 48 college semester units (unofficial transcripts accepted), OR Pass the District proficiency exam TB Clearance required Must pass DOJ/FBI background clearance Reliable transportation and punctual attendance required Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and actively supervise children Ability to stand, bend, and move frequently throughout the program day Join Our Team! If you are passionate about youth development and want to help create a positive and memorable experience for scholars every day, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Aspire team! Help us inspire, lead, and empower the next generation.

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

$26.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person