Summer Program Assistant

At the West End House (WEH) our mission is at the heart of all we do. We provide high-impact programs that support youth as they achieve academic success, explore the arts, develop career readiness & leadership skills, and adopt healthy lifestyles. We are committed to advancing racial equity through our work and throughout all aspects of our organization - our youth programs, our community and family engagement, and our board and leadership. Our employees reflect and build upon our values - opportunity for all, youth first, joy, equity, and community. 

Summer programs at the West End House provide fun-filled activities and opportunities for more than 200 young people age 7 to 18 in our 47,000 square foot facility. The Summer Program Assistant will support program staff in program delivery and facilitate activities independently for groups of children and teens. The ideal candidate will have experience in both youth development and summer programming.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Guide & supervise members through their daily activities which include STEM activities, social recreation, creative play, fitness, swimming, visual arts, and performing arts.  

Facilitate developmentally appropriate activities.  

Assist staff to ensure activities meet member needs.  

Provide a safe and nurturing environment for group members.  

Supervise field trips, mealtimes, and outdoor activities as needed 

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION 

This position is a temporary, hourly role.  

8-hour shifts will be Monday – Friday. Summer program runs 8:30 am - 6 pm 

Ideal candidate would start on June 23 and end on August 22 

Pay rate: $18-$20 per hour, depending on experience 

QUALIFICATIONS 

1+ years’ experience in youth development and summer programming  

High School diploma or equivalent 

Demonstrated experience in facilitating age-appropriate activities.  

“Hands-On” mentality – candidate must work directly with kids and families. 

Strong group facilitation skills balancing youth needs and interests. 

Ability to relate to culturally diverse groups of youth as an instructor and mentor. 

Thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment 

Focused on fun and learning for young people