Teen Site Coordinator

About the Role

The Site Coordinator – Teen Program oversees the supervision of middle school and high school youth and implementation of educational, recreational, and STEAM-focused programs, ensuring they align with the organization's mission and goals. Collaborating with the Teen Program staff, the Site Coordinator creates a fun, safe, and engaging environment for youth while ensuring compliance with all policies and fostering an inclusive atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee educational, recreational, and STEAM-based programs that engage and inspire youth members.
• Ensure teen programs comply with organizational, partnering agency, state, federal regulations, and internal policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Promote a fun, engaging, and safe atmosphere, including planning and leading themes, activities, and field trips.
• Enforce Student Success and behavior policies, procedures, and referral processes.
• Welcome new members, explain rules, and encourage participation.
• Report and help resolve complaints or concerns according to established procedures.
• Submit accurate daily attendance records.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision for youth, staff, and volunteers while maintaining a staff-to-youth ratio of 1:20.
• Collect, report, and analyze student data to monitor progress and impact.
• Work closely with the Programming and Quality department on program planning, development, implementation, and assessment.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in required training sessions.
• Support special events, activities, and outings.
• Drive vehicles in accordance with transportation schedules.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and serving meals and snacks, including reporting requirements.
• Act as a point of contact for family communication as needed.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the Connection Coordinator and Sr Director of Operations – Teen Program.

Requirements

• Previous experience, education, or training in adolescent development, secondary education, or youth behavior management is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and a minimum of four years of driving experience.
• A valid CPR Certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of employment is required.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Constant hearing, hand-eye coordination, and mind-eye coordination.
• Intermittent speaking, standing, walking, kneeling, lifting, reaching, low-level activity, and squatting.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases.
• Frequent lifting of objects under 20 pounds, and occasional lifting of items up to 75 pounds.
• Indoor work with minimal outdoor exposure; extreme temperatures in summer and winter may occur.

Benefits

• Starting pay at $20/hour, with annual merit-based and cost-of-living raises.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment where contributions are valued.
• Hands-on experience in youth development with access to training and professional development opportunities.

Pre-Employment Screenings

Pre-employment screenings may include, but are not limited to: drug screen, criminal background check(s), child abuse/neglect screening(s), driving history screening(s), and reference checks.