After school TK/K Program Instructor- Antioch (Elementary Schools)

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR)•Antioch, CA

3d•$24 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is hiring an After school TK/K Program Instructor to support students at elementary schools in Antioch. The instructor facilitates academic, enrichment, recreation, and social-emotional learning activities, supports homework, and supervises groups of up to 22 youth. The role requires prior experience with TK/K youth and the ability to independently lead students during play, homework, and enrichment activities. The instructor builds supportive relationships with students and helps create a safe, inclusive environment. They support behavior through restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices; adapt activities to different learning needs; and collaborate with program staff, school personnel, and families. The position also involves keeping attendance and incident records, attending meetings and trainings, and representing BACR professionally. This position requires consistent availability during after-school hours throughout the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June. Hours are negotiated upon hiring, with a stated schedule of 30 hours per week. Some positions may also include summer and intersession employment. Pay is $23.50–$25 per hour, based on regional grant funding and experience.

Requirements

Have an associate degree or higher, 48 college units, or pass the Instructional Aide exam.
Have previous experience working with TK/K youth and the ability to independently lead and supervise up to 22 students.
Be able to work every day during after-school hours and commit to the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June.
Pass a criminal background check and obtain TB test clearance.
Complete Mandated Reporter and other required trainings upon hire.
Communicate openly and professionally, and maintain confidentiality.
Have basic technology and computer skills, including Word, email, Workvivo, Workday, and Google Drive.
Communicate effectively in English with students and families and have basic English reading proficiency to support students' academic development, enrichment offerings, and school-day alignment.
Be able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods and lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

Facilitate academic, enrichment, recreation, and social-emotional learning activities for K–12 students.
Build positive, supportive relationships that foster student belonging, confidence, and engagement.
Support student behavior using restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
Provide homework assistance and adapt activities to diverse learning needs and abilities.
Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds.
Supervise and actively engage groups of up to 22 youth during indoor and outdoor activities.
Collaborate with program staff, school personnel, and families to support student success.
Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and other required program documentation.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, coaching, and trainings.
Represent BACR professionally in communication, appearance, and conduct.

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), with eligibility based on total weekly hours.
Stepping-stone opportunity into careers in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice.