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

Bay Area Community Resources•Antioch, CA

About The Position

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is hiring an After school TK/K Program Instructor to support students in an after-school program. The role facilitates academic, enrichment, recreation, and social-emotional learning activities; supports homework; and creates a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Instructors build supportive relationships with students and use restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices to support behavior and engagement. The instructor supervises and actively engages groups of up to 22 youth during indoor and outdoor activities, adapts activities for diverse learning needs, and collaborates with program staff, school personnel, and families. The role also involves maintaining attendance and incident documentation, participating in meetings, coaching, professional development, and required training, and representing BACR professionally. Hours are negotiated upon hiring, with a stated schedule of 30 hours per week. Staff must work during after-school hours throughout the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June. Some positions may 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.
Pass a criminal background check and obtain TB test clearance.
Work every day during after-school hours and commit to the academic school year, from hire date through mid-June.
Have previous experience working with TK/K youth and be able to independently lead and supervise up to 22 students.
Communicate openly and professionally and maintain confidentiality.
Have basic technology and computer skills, including Word, email, Workvivo, Workday, and Google Drive.
Complete all mandated training, including Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, and SEL PQA training.
Be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and stand and walk for extended periods.
Communicate effectively in English with students and families.
Have basic English reading proficiency to support students' academic development, enrichment offerings, and school-day alignment.
Work consistently during after-school program hours throughout the school year.
Complete Mandated Reporter and other required trainings upon hire.
Stand, move, and supervise activities, and lift or carry up to 25 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

Facilitate engaging 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 meet 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 effectively with program staff, school personnel, and families to support student success.
Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and other required program documentation.
Participate fully in staff meetings, professional development, coaching, and trainings.
Represent BACR professionally in communication, appearance, and conduct at all times.

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.
Opportunity to step into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice.