Teen/Tween LEAD Curriculum and Program Assistant

Key Responsibilities 

Program Implementation & Curriculum Support 

• Develop and prepare lesson plans and curriculum for middle and high school participants, aligned with Kingsley's SEL goals and Developmental Assets framework. 
• Provide 3 days each week of in-person classroom and program support, in both summer and school-year sessions. 
• Dedicate time each week to lesson planning and administrative/logistical support, in coordination with program leadership. 
• Prepare classrooms, materials, and supplies for daily programming; assist with setup and cleanup. 
• Promote a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that supports positive youth development. 

Participant & Family Support 

• Build positive, professional relationships with participants and families; support recruitment, enrollment, orientation, and retention. 
• Support in-school recruitment visits during designated time frames. 
• Communicate schedules, expectations, attendance, and program updates to participants and families as needed. 

Program Coordination & Administration 

• Support day-to-day program logistics. 
• Support the administration and ongoing improvement of the program's behavioral management system. 
• Assist with attendance recordkeeping, data entry, and documentation to support grant reporting and program evaluation. 
• Assist with the coordination of transportation, meals, supplies, field trips, and other program logistics as needed. 

Community Engagement 

• Support outreach and recruitment activities in schools and the community, including in-school visits during designated time frames. 
• Represent The Kingsley Association professionally at community and outreach events. 

Professional Responsibilities 

• Maintain confidentiality of participant, family, and organizational information; comply with organizational policies and grant requirements. 
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development. 
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to Kingsley's mission and values. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Ability to develop age-appropriate lesson plans and curriculum for middle and high school participants. 
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, SEL frameworks and youth developmental assets models. 
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; detail-oriented; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. 
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products. 

Education/Experience and Certifications: 

• Bachelor's degree preferred 
• 2-3 years educational experience preferred 
• Experience developing lesson plans or curriculum for middle or high school-age youth preferred 
• Current Act 33/34 and FBI clearances 

Organizational Relationships: 

• Reports to: Teen LEAD Program Coordinator 
• Works Closely with: Director of Operations and Program Performance 
• Direct reports: Not Applicable 

Work Environment:  

• Indoor and outdoor; frequently required to work at a fast pace 
• Evening and weekend work required. Program is Monday - Friday, after school - 6:00 PM.
• Position requires 15-20 hours per week of in-person and independent work depending on specific programmatic needs.