Youth Facilitation Coordinator
Washington, D.C.
Who We Are
Asian American LEAD (AALEAD) is a youth development organization that empowers Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) youth in underserved communities through culturally responsive programming and advocacy. AALEAD provides after-school, summer, and mentoring programs through a social-emotional and culturally responsive curriculum that encompasses our core values: educational empowerment, identity development, and leadership opportunities.
Position Title: Youth Facilitation Coordinator
Type: Full-time, non-exempt
Location: Washington D.C. Public Schools (Ward 1 and 3)
Area of Focus: Education, Youth Development
Compensation: $43,000 - $48,000/annually, benefits included
1) Program Implementation and Facilitation (60%)
After-School Program: Lead AALEAD programs serving middle and high school youth by facilitating after-school programs at designated sites, approximately Monday - Thursday 4:30 - 6:30pm.
Support the development of a culturally responsive curriculum and after-school program workshops
Effectively implement and facilitate the curriculum
Assist DC Program Manager with grant reports by accurately tracking and reporting youth metrics
Coordinate with community partners and other local organizations for guest speaker workshops
Support and chaperone one-time field trip opportunities outside of After-School Programs
Other duties as assigned
Summer Programs: Lead AALEAD summer programs by co-developing curriculum and facilitating content 5 days per week, for 5 weeks in the summer.
2) Program Recruitment & Retention (30%)
Organize and lead youth recruitment events throughout the school year to increase youth participation and retention
Track youth enrollment metrics and attendance daily
Identify and implement best practices to improve youth after-school program retention
3) Program Operational Management (10%)
Participate in program staff meetings and training
Maintain accurate youth attendance and enrollment data to support grant reports and youth community service hour logs
Develop relationships with youth and create a positive and inclusive after-school program community
Develop relationships with parents/guardians to ensure youth success and growth
Required Qualifications and Competencies: Qualified candidates for this position should possess the following core competencies and skills:
Core competencies
Communication
Workshop Facilitation
Relationship-Building
Conflict Management
Creative Problem Solver
Youth Centered Approach
Skills and Qualifications
Individuals who have worked or volunteered in similar settings (e.g. summer camps for underserved youth) or a current college student, BA/BS in education, social work, AAPI studies, liberal arts, or a related field
Group facilitation and workshop experience (youth experience preferred)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
Creative delivery of workshops for middle and high school aged youth
Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions and strategies
Commitment to providing exceptional programs to youth and support to them
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience working with and/or knowledgeable about the issues and needs of AAPI immigrant youth and families
Organized, detail-oriented, and excellent time management skills
Ability to work on-site primarily during after-school hours and during summer programs, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as scheduled
Fluency in any Asian language is strongly desirable
Reliable and consistent transportation required
Equal Opportunity Employer
AALEAD is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any aspect of employment based on an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, any veteran status, any military service or application for military service, genetic disposition or carrier status or any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your resume and a short letter of interest indicating your alignment with the role. In the subject line, indicate the position you are applying for (i.e. “Application for DC Youth Facilitation Coordinator”). Please email all materials to info@aalead.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.