After School Program - Staff Lead (Temporary Employee Pool)

University of the Pacific•Stockton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of the Pacific, Harold S. Jacoby Center, in partnership with Stockton Unified School District, provides after-school program services to elementary students through the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP). The After School Program Staff Lead is a crucial frontline support role for the ELOP program. This individual helps maintain the structure, systems, and smooth daily operations of after-school programming at their assigned school site. While not responsible for the duties of the Site Program Facilitator or organizational supervisor, the Staff Lead acts as a liaison between staff, school site leaders, and their organization. They assist in onboarding new staff, supporting attendance processes, and ensuring consistent communication and coordination. The Staff Lead models positive behavior, upholds program expectations, and offers immediate assistance to staff and students. In the temporary absence of the Program Facilitator/Site Lead, they may assume leadership responsibilities to ensure uninterrupted program operations and safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Forty-eight (48) completed college units or Paraprofessional Certificate.
Ability to pass fingerprint clearance through Department of Justice once hired.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience working with children.
Familiarity in working in tutoring or after school program/environment.
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
Ability to follow systems and take direction from multiple leadership points (organization and school site).
Reliable, flexible, and committed to the mission of expanded learning.
Dependable and consistent presence on-site.
Collaborative and communicative.
Proactive in offering support without overstepping roles.
Respectful of school and organizational leadership structures.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing daily program activities, supporting preparation, transitions, and student engagement.
Help promote and reinforce established systems, routines, and expectations as outlined by the ELOP Facilitator and school site leadership.
Lead by example through positive, professional conduct with students, staff, and school personnel.
Assist with day-to-day logistics and support needs, without assuming leadership or administrative responsibilities.
Assist the PF in onboarding of new and substitute staff by providing a site-specific tour and reviewing daily routines, supervision areas, emergency procedures, and school culture expectations.
Assist with student and staff attendance tracking, including sign-in/sign-out procedures and documentation.
Help uphold compliance and safety protocols established by the school and partner organization.
Model and assist staff with positive, trauma-informed behavior management strategies.
Assist staff with in-the-moment behavior challenges using youth-centered approaches.
Promote a respectful and supportive team dynamic.
Foster strong communication between all levels of the program and site team.
Temporarily assume site leadership support when the ELOP Facilitator is unavailable by overseeing student transitions and safety protocols, monitoring daily program flow and ensuring staff support, and communicating any incidents or urgent needs to the appropriate parties.
Perform other tasks as assigned to assist with evolving program needs and site-specific support.