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Youth Program Assistant - Laurel Creek

Foundation Communities Inc·Austin, Texas

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

The Youth Program Assistant leads daily educational and enrichment activities, including homework help, fitness, and STEM projects for K-5th grade students. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment, preparing lesson materials, and documenting program participation.

Position Summary

The Youth Program Assistant will lead daily activities and engage youth in education-centered after school and summer youth programs, including but not limited to, homework/academic assistance, fitness, reading and enrichment. Responsibilities will be carried out in a predominantly in-person setting with virtual programming if necessary.

Address [__URL_TOKEN_0__]: 11704 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753

**new fc employees eligible for $300 sign on bonus**

Essential Job Functions

Assist Youth Program Assistants plan and lead meaningful activities that include but are not limited to arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, reading, character development, physical fitness, and/or nutrition in a physical and/or online setting for participants at your home site and other sites as needed

Proficiency in basic computer skills such as navigating websites, use of email suites (Gmail, Outlook, etc…) and search engines, etc…

Prior use of, or willingness to learn, online educational tools such as Google Classrooms, Zoom, ClassDojo, amongst others.

Prepare the learning environment, lessons and necessary supplies for program activities in an in-person and virtual setting.

Assist children with homework and academic enrichment activities.

Maintain a clean and organized classroom as well as common areas.

Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity

Serve as a positive role model for participants.

Maintain accurate program documentation

Ensure safety and supervision of participants

Follow CDC Guidelines to maintain a safe working environment

Comply with all required policies, procedures, and regulations

Other

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist with distribution of snacks and meals
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check (Fingerprint check required at some sites)
  • Minimum 18 years of age; graduating senior - Must be working toward a high school diploma to be earned at the end of the current school year.
  • Must enjoy working with children K-5th grade
  • Flexibility to meet the changing work needs and demands
  • Ability to lead various fitness activities as well supervise/participate in sports
  • Ability to organize activities and make sound judgements
  • Ability to interact with a range of age groups
  • Available to work at a Learning Center Monday through Friday preferably 2:30-6:15. Start time may be flexible due to high school schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred volunteer or work experience with school age children; including babysitting, child care, tutoring.
  • Interest in child development, education and social work.
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish, Arabic or other) preferred
  • Physical Demands/Work Environment (include amount of lifting, twisting, bending, sitting, standing, keyboarding, driving, noise, indoor/outdoor etc.)
  • Occasional lifting, twisting, bending standing and sitting
  • Frequent walking and participation in basic exercise movements
  • Exposure to various weather conditions including but not limited to sun, wind and rain.
  • An occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials may occur.
  • May be asked to clean up bodily fluids with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided.
  • Ability to work in all types of climate atmospheres, such as hot, rainy or wet environments. Inside and outside.

Other/Benefits for part time Afterschool Assistant

  • Paid
  • Sick
  • Leave: After 30 hours of work, you earn 1 hour of paid sick leave, up to 68 hours, to use for illness and medical or dental appointments for yourself or dependent family members.
  • Weekends off and some school holidays off with opportunities to work (Spring Break, Christmas…)
  • Paid holidays after 1 year of employment
  • Retirement
  • Plan: After 12 months of employment and 1000 hours of service (& age 21), you become eligible for our 401(k)-retirement plan. Features a 2% match if you contribute and a 3% safe harbor contribution for all eligible participants.
  • Paid trainings and opportunities for a variety of professional development
  • Employee
  • Assistance
  • Program (EAP): This benefit provides you and household members with confidential 24/7 phone support and referral for personal issues, including mental health, stress, legal and family problems. You can meet with a counselor 3X per year for each presenting issue.
  • Service
  • Awards: After 12 months of employment, you will receive a gift to recognize your service. Additional awards are available as your tenure increases.
  • Housing: After 6 months of employment, if you work a minimum of 20 hours per week, you may be eligible to reside at a Foundation Communities property and receive a 20% discount off the unit’s market rate at move-in.
  • Opportunities for performance-based pay increases
  • Fun work environment

Compensation

Hourly Rate

$19.65

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Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and currently working toward a high school diploma. Applicants should enjoy working with children and possess the flexibility to lead activities in both in-person and virtual settings.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Tutoring
  • Zoom
  • Computer literacy
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Child care
  • Physical fitness instruction
  • Safety supervision
  • Academic assistance
  • Diversity promotion
  • Google classrooms
  • Classdojo
  • STEM/STEAM education

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Austin, Texas
Posted
Aug 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Foundation Communities Inc

Foundation Communities is a local, homegrown nonprofit. We provide affordable, attractive homes and free on-site support services for thousands of families with kids, as well as veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. We offer an innovative, proven model that...

Salary listed on 10 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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