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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Youth Worker to support 4th–8th grade students in our health and wellness, project-based learning, and basketball programming. This role is on-site at partner schools within the Boston Public Schools district and is ideal for someone who loves working with youth, enjoys teamwork, and wants to build leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

The Youth Worker will serve as a positive role model and help create a supportive community. This is a great opportunity for a flexible team player with a positive attitude, desire to lead, and work towards building good communication skills to learn leadership skills. 

• Commitment to a set schedule each week and commitment to communicating when/if things change.

• Assist the Enrichment Teacher/Basketball Coaches with the day-to-day operations of the program. 

• Be a positive role model for students participating in the program.Help the team make sure activities are fun, safe, and well-organized.
• Take students’ attendance.
• Help prepare the classroom with program materials and resources.
• Support classroom and gym activities, ensuring smooth transitions between academic and recreational sessions.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with youth, families, and school partners.
• Help manage attendance, materials, and daily setup/cleanup.
• By the end of the program, you’ll be equipped to help lead sessions with independence and confidence. Work towards leading a session during your time with 3Point and/or another independent project.
• Other duties as assigned.

*If you’re interested, please know that working with children means following clear rules and safety guidelines. We’re looking for students who are eager to learn, take feedback, and show good judgment while helping younger kids grow.*

Qualifications – Required:

• Age: 14-18. A Work Permit is required for anyone under the age of 18
• Compensation: $15 per hour (Maximum of 270 hours for the school year) 
• Able to work during the hours of 3-6pm Monday through Friday, Sunday mornings 9am-12pm, possible break weeks during the 25/26 school year
• Must possess or be willing to develop qualities such as leadership skills and the ability to interact and communicate effectively with students and young adults.  
• Demonstrated ability to be a flexible team player
• Eligibility to work in the United States is required

How to Apply?

An applicant should send a resume to: [email protected], subject line: Youth Worker-School Year

Nondiscrimination Policy:

The3PointFoundation, following its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities based on race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

3PointFoundation provides unique, free, sports-based learning programs to 4th-8th-grade students in the Boston Public Schools district to enhance social-emotional development through sports. 

Our goal is to utilize basketball skill-building activities to develop and foster a life-long commitment to health and fitness through sports that lead to success in the school day, the community, and a global society.

Purpose of the job:

Create a fun and inclusive learning environment where students learn basketball to grow their basketball skills as you integrate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts such as respect, inclusion, leadership, teamwork, perseverance, positive language, and personal/social responsibility. 

Job Description:

3Point’s Basketball Program is a developmental basketball program for students in middle school, and coaches are expected to emphasize the life lessons of the sport of basketball in addition to teaching basketball skills. To support the ongoing individual development of its team of basketball coaches, you will be expected to commit to attending professional development opportunities that are offered by the organization. 

Qualifications:

1. Be at least 18 years of age.
2. U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status. 
3. Possess a high school diploma or GED.
4. Expectations of inclusion, enthusiasm, patience and good organizational skills. 
5. Criminal history background and National Sex Offender Public Registry Website (NSOPW) checks are conducted on all 3Point staff members when an offer is made. Your employment is always contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to be a team player
• Understand the fundamentals of basketball and how to teach them in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Ability to motivate students to reach their potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and problem-solve.
• Be culturally and socially aware.
• Be committed to teaching school-age children. 
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Ongoing access to reliable transportation to and from your assigned school site.

Education and Experience:

• Experience playing and/or coaching a basketball team regardless of grade level or gender.
• Connection to the Boston community and/or Boston Public Schools is preferred but not required.
• Experience working with adult volunteers is preferred but not required.
• Experience interacting with diverse communities and the ability to integrate into an existing school community.

Work Environment:

• Time is spent between classrooms and gyms
• Support the lead instructor during enrichment blocks
• 4-10 hours in program a week, additional 1 hour of planning time, potentially more during summer hours
• Hours consist of time served between 1-6 pm M-F with occasional weekend basketball events. 
• Two to Four 12-week sessions a year during the school year, between September and June and/or 5 weeks during the summer program

Compensation: 

• $20-$25 an hour, 5 sick days a year, paid Holidays if regularly scheduled to work.

How to apply:

An applicant should send a tailored cover letter highlighting relevant work experience and a resume in PDF format to: [email protected], subject line: Basketball Instructor.

This is an AA/EOE position.  Persons of color and women are strongly encouraged to apply.