After School Program – Instructor/Floater (Marin Elementary School)

Bay Area Community Resources•San Rafael, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Expanded Learning Program (EXLP) Program Instructor/Floater provides high-quality expanded learning experiences for TK–5th grade students, supporting their academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth. Grounded in BACR’s values of Compassion, Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, and Joy, the role helps create safe, engaging, inclusive learning environments where students feel valued, respected, and connected. The position provides flexible staffing support across one or more school-based program sites. Instructors/Floaters assist with daily operations, classroom and activity support, and continuity of services during staff absences, vacancies, or increased enrollment. They build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners, and support equitable access to learning and enrichment for students of varied backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. Culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices contribute to student success and a positive, collaborative program culture across sites. The role is 25 hours per week, with start and end times confirmed upon hiring. The position requires working after-school hours and a commitment through the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June. The pay rate is $24–$25 per hour, based on regional grant funding and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB clearance.
Ability to work after-school hours and commit through the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June.
Ability to travel and work at multiple school sites as assigned.
At least six months of experience working with K–12 youth in educational, enrichment, recreational, or community-based settings.
Ability to supervise and engage groups of students in a positive and professional manner.
Ability to build positive relationships with youth from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to complete Mandated Reporter certification and other required trainings.
Basic proficiency with email, Google Drive, and other program management platforms.
Ability to stand, sit, kneel, and move throughout the program space for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to actively supervise and accompany students during indoor and outdoor activities.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or coursework in Education, Child Development, Recreation, Social Work, or a related field.
Experience in after-school, expanded learning, summer, recreation, or youth development programs.
Experience working across multiple classrooms or program sites.
Bilingual skills, including English/Spanish, English/Chinese, or other languages.

Responsibilities

Cultivate a safe, welcoming, inclusive environment where youth feel a sense of belonging.
Build positive relationships with students and provide proactive support to youth experiencing challenges.
Assist Program Instructors in supervising groups of 10–20 students during academic, enrichment, recreation, and youth development activities.
Support positive behavior management using restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
Maintain a safe environment and respond appropriately to behavioral, health, and safety concerns.
Build positive relationships with families, school staff, and community partners.
Assist in planning and facilitating engaging academic, enrichment, recreational, and youth development activities.
Provide homework assistance and academic support to program participants.
Adapt to different school sites, student populations, schedules, and program needs.
When a Program Instructor is absent, independently plan and facilitate academic, enrichment, and physical skill-building activities aligned with students’ developmental needs and educational standards.
Participate in staff trainings, meetings, professional development, and program quality improvement efforts.
Support site staff in implementing program goals and maintaining high-quality programming.
Work independently and collaboratively with program staff, school personnel, families, and community partners.
Foster an equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment; support student voice, leadership, and meaningful participation.
Work flexibly and professionally across multiple school sites and changing program needs.
Ensure activities align with BACR policies, grant requirements, and safety expectations.
Maintain accurate attendance records and required program documentation; assume attendance tracking and daily classroom operations when a Program Instructor is absent.
Immediately report incidents, injuries, behavioral concerns, and safety issues to a supervisor and complete required documentation.
Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical conduct.
Support daily site operations, including setup, cleanup, organization of materials, and transitions between activities.
Create engaging experiences supporting academic, social-emotional, and leadership development.
Foster a positive program culture through meaningful relationships and student-centered practices.
Encourage participation, curiosity, creativity, and teamwork; recognize and celebrate student growth, effort, and accomplishments.
Contribute positively to team culture through collaboration, enthusiasm, and shared success.

Benefits

Up to 15 paid holidays per year.
Employee assistance program.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Wellness program.
Life insurance.
Flexible spending account.
Transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses.
403(b) retirement plan, with eligibility based on total weekly hours.
Opportunity to use the role as a stepping stone into careers in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice.