Our Mission
To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

Our Vision
All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning

Our Core Values
Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, and Equity

Organization Overview
At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP), our business is changing lives. We are a vibrant, entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that is committed to partnering with schools and the community to ensure students from low-income neighborhoods graduate from high school, ready for college and career. We are the largest expanded learning time organization in the heart of Silicon Valley, serving 2,500 K-12 students at 17 sites in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Redwood City. In neighborhoods where one third of the youth drop out of high school, BGCP members learn the importance of education and become part of a community of learners, wanting and expecting to succeed in school. In 3 clubhouses and 14 school sites, we implement proven social and academic interventions and provide engaging enrichments that most impact a youth’s achievement in school and in life.

We are also excited to announce that we are joining forces with the two Boys & Girls Club chapters in the northern part of San Mateo County to serve students from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We are rapidly growing and seeking top talent to help us fulfill our commitment to our community.

Position Overview
BGCP, in partnership with 5 local area school districts within San Mateo County, runs after-school programs for grades K-8 designed to provide students with dynamic academic and enrichment activities and homework assistance to support and complement the school day curriculum and improve school outcomes and interest in learning. Drawing on best practices in youth development, staff members guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context.

The part-time, after-school Instructional Support Staff position is for those who are not be available to every day, Monday – Friday, but are available to consistently work at least 3 days every week. This position would also provide you valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you would receive the opportunity to work with different grade bands (K-5, 6-8, or both) and at different program locations.

Employment Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $21.00 to $29.00 per hour (DOE)
Benefits-Eligible: No (need to work at least 20 hours a week to qualify)
Expected Work Hours/Schedule:

• 10-20 hours per week (depending on availability)
• 3-4 days a week, Monday-Friday
• 2:00pm-6:30pm (Exception: either Wednesday 12:30pm-6:30pm, or Thursdays 1:00pm-6:30pm)
• Weekly team meeting + additional professional development trainings

Work Months: Regular academic year (plus opportunity for full-time summer employment)

Location: East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, San Mateo, Daly City, or South San Francisco, CA

What will you do?

• Manage (either as a co-lead or primary lead) a classroom of approximately 15-20 students
• Provide academic mentoring and homework assistance
• Lead students through guided reading activities or math groups
• Adapt lesson plans for delivering enrichment classes and clubs (art, cooking, STEM, fitness, etc.)
• Conduct life skills and team-building activities
• Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and BGCP leadership
• Maintain a positive, safe, productive work environment
• Participate in supporting special events and field trips
• Attend trainings and professional development opportunities

What qualifications will the ideal candidate have?

• Commitment to BGCP’s mission and vision and working with K-8 youth
• Familiarity working with students who attend Title 1 schools
• Experience building relationships with diverse youth communities and constituents
• Ability to motivate through positive reinforcement
• Strong communication skills
• Flexible in navigating a fast paced environment
• Preferred one year experience working with K-8 youth
• Spanish fluency is a plus

Benefits (first 6 listed below only if working at least 20 hours a week)

• Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days)
• Eligible to company-provided medical, dental and vision health benefits (after 90 days, if working at least 20 hours a week)
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) retirement plan (after 90 days, if working at least 20 hours a week)
• Eligible to receive holiday pay on all 13 BGCP-observed holidays (after 90 days, if working at least 20 hours a week)
• Eligible for tuition reimbursement after 6 months of consecutive employment (if working at least 20 hours a week)
• Other potential employee perks and discounts!
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Making our community a great place for all youth to grow up: priceless

Onboarding Process - All requirements under the onboarding process will be covered by BGCP

• Vaccinated against COVID (unless a religious or medical exception applies)
• Complete LiveScan background check
• TB test
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Sexual Harassment Training