After School Program Leader (TK-8) - 2026-27 School Year

L.E.A.R.N.•Whittier, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-Time Casual, non-benefited, non-exempt, hourly position. This position requires the candidate to be available to work 5 days per week for Youth Leader positions OR at least 2 days per week, Monday through Friday for Youth Leader Substitute roles, during program hours, which is primarily after school until 6:00pm and occasionally on weekends. Hours of work will vary from 0 – 29 hours per week; specific times and schedules vary, depending upon the school and the needs of the program. The work calendar for Youth Leaders and all other part-time casual field staff aligns with the academic calendars of our partner school districts. The job has recess breaks during fall, winter, spring and summer. The job resumes after every break and staff are expected to return to work on the date requested by LEARN. Youth Leaders may work at different LEARN program sites throughout LEARN’s service area and receive their assignments based on their availability. A Youth Leader Substitute will be called upon to fill-in for a needed assignment. Under the direction of a Site Coordinator, Youth Leaders and Youth Leader Substitutes work directly with an assigned class of approximately 20 students in academic, physical activity, and/or enrichment activities. All Youth Leaders ensure the safety of the students while following a prescribed program plan, which may occur during school, after school, and occasionally on weekends.

Requirements

Graduation from High School
Passing score on the district examination for Instructional Assistants (distributed in-office during the interviewing process)
Must complete Live Scan - Department of Justice and FBI Criminal Background Check
Must complete TB Health Clearance
Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends
Must be willing and able to travel anywhere in the region LEARN serves for a job assignment, off-site meetings, trainings, and events
Must be eligible to accept all job assignments

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth in an educational setting is strongly desired
Undergraduate course work, major or emphasis in a related field (Child Development, Education, Psychology, etc.) is desired
The ability to speak Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Vietnamese is desired at many of our school sites

Responsibilities

Lead a group of assigned students in an academic, physical activity/sports, or enrichment activity
Ensure the supervision and safety of assigned students at all times during program hours
Provide instruction in academic or enrichment activity using materials provided by the program
Provide small-group tutoring and/or homework assistance
Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude
Arrives punctually in order to meet responsibilities on site
Engage youth by following, implementing, and assisting in lesson plans
Assist in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance in an effort to keep the program site clean and organized
Promote positive interactions between students, in accordance with child safety guidelines
Communicate student needs to Site Coordinator, teachers, school administration and parents as appropriate
Ensure program requirements are met on a daily basis, such as checking students in/out on the Daily Attendance Roster as well as the distribution and consumption of healthy snacks
Other duties as assigned