After School Instructor

Catalyst Family•Port Hueneme, CA

13h

About The Position

After School Instructors work with groups of up to 20 students in TK through 8th grade. Daily work includes tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. The instructor maintains a fun, organized, safe, and supportive environment and collaborates with the Site Coordinator and other staff to deliver program curriculum and activities. The position also involves tracking student progress and attendance, communicating with families and the Site Coordinator, attending meetings and events, and completing required training and professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must meet the school district’s requirements for a Paraprofessional; requirements vary by district.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to independently manage a classroom of up to 20 students.
Understanding of behavior management and effective disciplinary techniques.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Flexible, team-oriented, and child-focused, with a desire to make a difference in children’s lives.
Ability to meet state-specific requirements, including Fingerprint LIVE SCAN, CPR/First Aid, Medical Certificate/TD Test, and Mandated Reporter training.

Nice To Haves

Six or more months of experience working with children.
College units in education, recreation, or child development.
Enthusiasm, high motivation, and proven leadership and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

Provide tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards.
Collaborate with the Site Coordinator to create and implement Catalyst Expanded Learning curriculum, rules, and procedures, including new curriculum introduced during the school year.
Provide educational enrichment, which may include positive youth development strategies, recreation, prevention activities, and teaching positive life skills.
Work collaboratively with staff members at the site.
Track students’ progress using programmatic protocol.
Provide consistent supervision and maintain a safe and supportive environment for students.
Track attendance daily.
Complete a lesson planning form weekly.
Maintain professionalism with students and families.
Attend regular staff meetings.
Support and participate in family and site-based events.
Support other sites when needed or called upon.
Communicate regularly with the Site Coordinator regarding all aspects of the program at the designated site.
Complete and maintain assigned health and safety, education, and HR training.
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance student learning.
Promote an inclusive environment of teamwork and apply Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles in department operations, programs, and services.