Before School Program Leader

Think Together•Adelanto, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Before School Program Leader is a part-time, in-person role at district and school-site locations throughout California. Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students and serve as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors. They help provide a safe, nurturing environment and support students’ growth and development through leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment. The student-to-staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. In person, the Program Leader provides homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. The role works directly with a group of 20–25 students in a classroom setting, supports behavior and safety, assists with snack preparation and site upkeep, and maintains student attendance and sign-in/sign-out records. The position also requires communication with the Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration, and parents as appropriate, participation in staff development, and compliance with organizational and site policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
District-specific: 48 semester units or 60 quarter units and/or passing a pre-employment test.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public-school setting.
Must pass Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
Must provide a negative TB test dated within the last three years.
At least six months of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
Advanced math and English skills for K–8.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person and maintain behavior and safety standards by implementing 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 20–25 students in a classroom and implement classroom and behavior management strategies.
Assist with daily snack preparation, serving, and clean-up.
Assist with site set-up, break-down, 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 for site start-up and assigned 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 organization and site policies and follow procedures.