Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

PAY RANGE:

$16.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Teen Leaders are responsible for the daily supervision of program participants and assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of program components and activities are of quality as aligned with the program model. Teen Leaders must provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment consistent with the program model and goals and ensure the success of students. Teen Leaders will lead after school activities including, but not limited to physical education, community time, college and career exploration, and academic support. Teen Leaders report directly to the Teen Coordinator. The Teen Leader will comply and adhere to all standards, policies, and procedures set by the YMCA of Honolulu.

• Kauluwela Elementary School
• Kawananakoa Middle School
• McKinely High School
• Pauoa Elementary School
• Roosevelt High School 

• Lead after-school activities, including physical education, community time, college and career exploration, and academic support, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for students.
• Assists Site Coordinators and Youth Directors in the overall program operation and supervision of participants while adhering to program policies and standard operating procedures.
• Develop and implement student-centered clubs and programs that promote cultural understanding, inclusion, and leadership development for students.
• Attend all general and site staff meetings and training sessions and give Be open to criticism, suggestions, and training from other staff.
• Assist with the responsibility to ensure all facilities, equipment, and supplies at the site are maintained/good/organized/clean.
• Ensure the success of students by providing individualized support and feedback.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in youth development and program management.
• Contribute to the development of our program by suggesting new ideas, participating in staff meetings, and providing feedback on program improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and incident reports.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of program quality and student success.
• Exemplifies the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Experience engaging middle school youth in recreation, leadership development, service learning, civic engagement, college and career pathways, and other personal development areas
• Skilled in general youth programs group or classroom management.
• Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making
• Possess a collaborative and flexible mindset that elevates youth voice and provide opportunities in areas where the candidate may not have expertise
• Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills, well organized and multi-tasked oriented.
• Understanding of working with teens, group management, and group work
• Experience engaging middle and high school youth in recreation, leadership development, service learning, civic engagement, college and career pathways, and other personal development areas
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Possess a collaborative and flexible mindset that elevates youth voice and provide opportunities in areas where the candidate may not have expertise
• Lead by example, serve as a model of professionalism and competency for peers and employees
• Must be proficient in Word and Excel programs, with Windows 10 and above, Publisher, Power Point/ LCD projector preferred
• Ability to operate other software applications as required

Education/Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Current enrollment in or graduation from a higher education program preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Experience facilitating teen group activities preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (training available upon hire).

**All 21CCLC positions are dependent on the availability of funds and continuation of the 21CCLC contract. The current contract provides programming for the following three school years (2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028) with the possibility of extension for an additional two years (2028-2029 and 2029-2030).

• Free Y membership with employment 
• Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
• Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.

*See job opportunities page for full details

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