Youth Development Specialist- After School Support (AmeriCorps) – Mission Graduates
As an Youth Development Specialist with BAYAC AmeriCorps, you will help create a fun, engaging, and supportive after-school environment where elementary school students can learn, grow, and thrive. This position is hosted at Mission Graduates, a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and families on the path to higher education.
AmeriCorps Members serving in this role will lead enrichment activities, facilitate group games, provide homework and academic support, and help students build confidence through positive relationships and engaging learning experiences.
Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. While not required for every site, bilingual skills are highly valued in many of Mission Graduates’ school communities.
-Apply now for our cohort to start late August 2026–July 2027
-More info: https://www.bayac.org/
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging enrichment activities that promote creativity, teamwork, and student engagement
- Facilitate group games, recreational activities, and community-building exercises
- Provide homework assistance and academic support to elementary school students
- Support literacy development through reading, writing, and educational activities
- Build positive relationships with students to foster confidence, belonging, and social-emotional growth
- Support daytime and after-school programming that promotes academic success and positive youth development
- Encourage positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive program environment
- Collaborate with school staff and Mission Graduates team members to support student success
- Participate in family engagement activities, cultural events, and organization-wide programming
- Attend trainings, meetings, and professional development opportunities
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred for some school sites
- Passion for working with elementary-aged youth
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience leading activities, tutoring, mentoring, or working with children is a plus
- Interest in education, youth development, or community engagement
Service Site Locations Available
- Multiple Mission Graduates elementary school sites throughout San Francisco
Program Website:
https://www.missiongraduates.org/
Benefits:
- $30,000 Member stipend spread throughout 11 months
- Up to a $10,000 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of service to pay qualified student loans or future educational expenses
- Healthcare (if eligible)
- Loan forbearance
- Childcare assistance (if eligible)
- Leadership training
- Ongoing professional development
- Hands-on experience in education, youth development, and community engagement
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of elementary school students
If you are passionate about inspiring young learners, creating engaging after-school experiences, and helping students succeed both academically and personally, we invite you to apply for the After School Instructor position at BAYAC AmeriCorps today.
Complete a program application at:
https://bacr.tfaforms.net/f/bayac-member-app
How to Apply
Please apply through the link below so we can review your application and follow up with you. We look forward to connecting!
https://bacr.tfaforms.net/f/bayac-member-app
Job Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Pay: ~$2,700 per month
Location: Multiple Mission Graduates elementary school sites – San Francisco, CA
Schedule:
- 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week
- Monday to Friday
