This is a full-time position responsible for leading and facilitating the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) Program in an after-school setting. Additional responsibilities for Girl Scout Program Support will be identified for performance outside the academic year when after-school meetings are not occurring.
GSLE Program Details
- Operates at 8 school-sites, meeting bi-monthly for two hours at a different school each day;
- Additional sessions or meeting types may be added based on enrollment;
- Facilitators are compensated for preparing, leading, and concluding program activities ;
- Requires attendance at a bi-monthly all-staff meeting (approximately one hour each);
- Coordinators must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to each program session;
- Recruit girls into the after‑school program through school outreach, presentations, family engagement events, and community partnerships;
- Recruit, onboard, and support adult volunteers to assist with program delivery and troop formation;
- Build and maintain relationships with school administrators, teachers, and community partners to expand program reach;
- Meet or exceed membership recruitment goals for both girls and adults;
- Represent Girl Scouts at school events, community fairs, and partner meetings.
Position Overview
The GSLE Program Coordinator creates a positive, engaging environment where youth can develop leadership skills through Girl Scout programming. This role requires strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills, along with a passion for working with youth.
Required Skills
- Be energetic, trustworthy, and committed to the values of Girl Scouting;
- Enjoy working with school-aged children;
- Be an independent and innovative thinker and problem solver who thrives in a team environment, is willing to tackle new challenges, and is able to manage multiple assignments while meeting specific deadlines with minimal supervision;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written);
- Basic understanding of youth development and age-appropriate practices;
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners.
Candidate Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older and authorized to work in the United States;
- Willingness and ability to pass a background check;
- Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation and ability to commute to assigned school site;
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends;
- Commitment to the values and mission of Girl Scouts of Hawai‘I;
- Must become a registered adult member of Girl Scouts USA (Reimbursable).
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, child development, or related field;
- 2+ years of experience in childcare, youth education, or after-school programming;
- First Aid and/or CPR certification;
- Experience facilitating group activities or leading youth programs;
- Ability to develop engaging lesson plans or activities;
- Strong knowledge of Hawaiian culture and language.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
