Before School Program Leader

Think Together•Santa Ana, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Program Leaders work part-time in person at school and district sites throughout California, supporting an assigned group of students. They serve as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors, and help create a safe, nurturing environment that supports students’ growth and development. The role requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment to providing students with stability and support. Program Leaders lead students in classroom and other in-person activities, maintain behavior and safety standards, provide homework assistance and academic enrichment, and support physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. They also help with snack preparation, classroom setup and cleanup, attendance and student sign-in/sign-out procedures, and communication with the Site Program Manager and other relevant adults.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least six months of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public-school setting.
Pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
Provide a negative TB test dated within the last three years.
Advanced math and English skills for grades K–8.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.

Nice To Haves

Bi-literacy to support the English-learner population; Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person while maintaining behavior and safety standards through the four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
Create an engaging environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Identify student needs and communicate them to the Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration, and parents as appropriate.
Participate in staff development.
Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials.
Work directly with a group of 20–25 students in a classroom and implement classroom and behavior management strategies.
Assist with daily snack preparation, serving, and cleanup.
Assist with setup, breakdown, and ongoing maintenance to keep the school or community site clean and orderly.
Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-ins and sign-outs for student activities.
Arrive punctually to meet site startup and assignment responsibilities.
Use various digital learning platforms.
Maintain close communication with the Site Program Manager about planned or emergency absences.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with organizational and site policies and procedures.