Are you passionate about making a difference and working with kids? Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego (BGCNWSD) is seeking Program Specialists for our program at the Ocean Knoll Elementary School in Encinitas for the upcoming school year starting on August 10, 2026.
The Program Specialist, an in-person role, guides a group of students grades Kindergarten through 6th grade in a fun, safe, and supportive afterschool environment. You'll be their mentor, coach, and role model, helping them grow and succeed.
In this role, you'll plan exciting lessons and create an engaging space where kids feel inspired. If you have great leadership skills, a knack for communication, and tons of patience, we want you on our team!
Being a part-time position, the Program Specialist works during the week, typically from 2pm- 5:30pm Monday thru Thursdays, and 12:30pm- 5:30pm on Fridays.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us create a positive place where kids thrive!
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Proficiency in Standard English; Spanish is a plus.
- Must pass criminal background check, fingerprinting, and pre-employment drug screening.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- At least six months of experience working with youth in classroom, afterschool, or recreation settings.
- Strong Math and English skills (K-12).
- Excellent communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Program Management: Plan and run engaging activities in areas like academics, fitness, and character development. Align daily activities with monthly themes, and interact with members, volunteers, staff, and parents.
- Leadership: Supervise groups, handle potential issues, and apply BGCNWSD procedures. Manage behavior and support positive choices.
- Reporting: Complete time cards, incident reports, and other materials accurately. Provide updates to the site supervisor and suggest improvements.
- Safety: Ensure proper supervision, report and document injuries, and maintain a clean environment. Monitor student attendance and ensure safety protocols are followed.
- Engagement: Foster a positive environment, model appropriate behavior, and maintain program cleanliness.
Other Responsibilities
- Site Maintenance: Keep the site clean, including tables, floors, and storage spaces.
- Transportation: Reliable transportation to and from the site.
- Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality in staff and member matters.
- Compliance: Adhere to all organizational policies and obtain necessary approvals for activities and forms.
- Additional Duties: Perform other tasks related to the afterschool program as assigned.
Work Environment
- Work in a dynamic, interactive, and physically stimulating environment.
- Handle distractions and interruptions while meeting objectives and deadlines.
- Implement activities and ensure safety.
Skills
- Physical Abilities: Stand, walk, bend, and engage in physical activity with students. Lift up to 20 pounds.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with staff, parents, and community leaders.
- Communication: Demonstrate sensitivity and effective communication.
- Organization: Strong organizational and management skills.
- Developmental Knowledge: Understand the needs of school-age children and manage large groups.
Relationships:
Internal- Maintains close, daily contact with Club professional staff (professional and volunteer) to interpret and explain organizational mission, program objectives, standards and guidelines. Discuss issues, provide/receive information, advise/counsel youth. Maintains contact with Branch Boards as needed. Has regular contact with members.
External- Potential engagement with children's parents. Positively represent BGC Northwest San Diego County through all community interactions.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego is an equal employment opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.75 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please provide THREE professional references, including NAMES and EMAILS, not including your family members.
- How do you prefer to communicate- via phone call, text, or email?
- Will you have reliable transportation to/from Ocean Knoll Elementary School at 910 Melba Rd, Encinitas?
- Will you be able to reliably work the hours for this position every week for the school year starting on August 10, 2026?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
