After School Instructor

Catalyst Family•Roseville, CA

23h

About The Position

After School Instructors work with groups of up to 20 students from TK through 8th grade, providing tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. They help create a fun, organized, safe, and supportive learning environment and integrate Catalyst programs with school-day activities by sharing district classroom spaces and collaborating with school district staff. Instructors report to the Site Coordinator at their respective site. The role includes tracking student progress and attendance, preparing weekly lesson plans, implementing program curriculum and procedures, and communicating with students, families, colleagues, district staff, and the Site Coordinator. Instructors also participate in meetings, professional development, and family and site-based events; support other sites when needed; and help maintain an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are practiced. The position requires adapting classroom arrangements for mobile classroom needs, including carrying and arranging furniture and educational materials weighing up to 25 pounds. This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet school district requirements, which may vary by location and may include passing an exam or holding a Paraprofessional certification.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to independently manage a classroom of up to 20 students ranging from TK through 8th grade.
Ability to express ideas clearly verbally and in writing, manage sensitive situations with discretion, and foster open communication.
Understanding of behavior management and effective strategies for guiding student behavior.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organization, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Enthusiastic and highly motivated, with leadership and team-building skills.
Excellent time management skills; flexible, team-oriented, and child-focused.
Ability to meet state- and district-specific requirements, including Fingerprint LIVE SCAN, CPR/First Aid Certification, Medical Certificate/Tuberculosis (TB) test, Mandated Reporter training, and a Food Handlers Permit where applicable.
Ability to carry and arrange furniture and educational materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

College units in education, recreation, or child development.
At least six months of experience working with children.

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 Catalyst ExL peers, Catalyst Kids staff where applicable, district staff, and teachers.
Track students’ progress using programmatic protocol.
Provide consistent supervision and maintain a safe and supportive environment for students.
Complete required safety documentation promptly, including injury reports and license-exempt Unusual Incident Reports (UIRs).
Track daily attendance, including applicable After School Enrichment & Safety (ASES) requirements.
Complete a lesson planning form weekly.
Maintain professionalism with students and families.
Relay student and parent feedback to the Site Coordinator to support continuous program improvement.
Attend regular staff and district meetings.
Support and participate in family and site-based events.
Support other sites when needed or when staffing constraints arise.
Communicate regularly with the Site Coordinator about all aspects of the program at the designated site.
Apply approved behavior management techniques to support students with challenging behaviors and maintain a positive, safe learning environment.
Complete and maintain assigned health and safety, education, HR, and district-required training.
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance student learning.
Prepare and adapt classroom settings by carrying and arranging furniture and educational materials for mobile classroom needs.
Promote teamwork and apply diversity, equity, and inclusion in department operations, programs, and services.