Program Specialist

Program Specialist – After-School Character Counts! Program

Part-Time | Salinas, CA | $20 per hour | 6–25 hours per week

About Scouting America and Character Counts!

Scouting America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing culturally relevant, values-based youth programming that builds character, confidence, and leadership skills.

For more than 100 years, Scouting America has helped prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Learn more at www.svmbc.org.

Position Summary

We are seeking caring, dependable, and motivated individuals to serve as Program Specialists for our after-school Character Counts! program at elementary schools in Salinas.

Program Specialists lead engaging, hands-on lessons that help students build character, develop practical life skills, work as a team, and grow in confidence. Lesson plans, materials, activities, and ongoing training are provided.

This is a meaningful opportunity to work directly with children while making a positive difference in their lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structured and engaging after-school sessions for elementary school students
• Use provided lesson plans and ready-to-go activities
• Guide students through teamwork, skill-building, and character-focused projects
• Create a positive, inclusive, supportive, and safe learning environment
• Prepare materials and activities for upcoming sessions
• Attend weekly training, planning meetings, and team check-ins
• Communicate professionally with school staff, families, and program team members
• Travel between assigned schools in the Salinas area
• Assist with additional program preparation and support as needed

Schedule and School Assignments

Program Specialists may serve multiple Salinas schools on a rotating schedule. Most school-based sessions will take place during after-school hours.

Specific school assignments and program times will be provided as the schedule is finalized. Applicants should have afternoon availability and the flexibility to travel between assigned school locations.

Hours and Work Location

• Hours: 6–25 hours per week, depending on school assignments and program needs
• Pay: $20 per hour
• Schedule: Flexible, with most school-based hours occurring in the afternoon
• Program calendar: School year, excluding school holidays
• Primary work locations: Participating schools in Salinas
• Work arrangement: In person

Weekly hours may include school-based program delivery, lesson preparation, material organization, training, meetings, administrative support, and travel between program locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Forty-eight college credits or an associate degree preferred, particularly in education, recreation, child development, or a related field
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred
• Experience working with school-aged children in schools, after-school programs, camps, recreation programs, or youth-serving organizations strongly preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills, including typing, internet navigation, email, and file management
• Enthusiasm for helping children develop character, confidence, and leadership skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount
• Paid training and program preparation
• Meaningful, hands-on work with children and local schools

How to Apply

Please email your resume and references to:

linda.diamantopoulos@scouting.org

Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Job type: Part-time
Pay: $20 per hour
Expected hours: 6–25 per week
Work location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person