Enrichment Instructor

Think Together•Lodi, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Think Together is a California nonprofit that partners with schools to provide programs during and outside the school day. The Enrichment Instructor leads enrichment classes and clubs, including areas such as STEM and VAPA, using program-provided curriculum and materials. Working with an assigned class of approximately 15–20 students in grades K–12, the instructor delivers safe, fun, and engaging experiences and serves as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. The role requires a genuine interest in student growth and development and in providing a safe, nurturing environment. The instructor supports student engagement and positive behavior, follows lesson plans, maintains a clean and orderly classroom or community site, and keeps accurate class paperwork. The role also involves organizing student materials, participating in staff development, and communicating with after-school staff, teachers, administrators, parents, community members, and the Site Program Supervisor. Instructors must follow Think Together, school district, and school site policies and maintain confidentiality. This is a part-time position paying $21.00 per hour in Lodi. Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units, and/or passing an Instructional Aide Test.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public-school setting.
Minimum age of 22.
Must pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
TB test.
Computer skills, including email and internet software, and ability to use typical office equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide enrichment classes using curriculum and materials supplied by the program.
Create an engaging environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Engage students by following and implementing lesson plans.
Serve as a positive role model through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
Help set up, break down, and maintain a clean and orderly school or community site to ensure student safety.
Participate in staff development activities.
Maintain accurate paperwork, including sign-in and sign-out sheets for each class session.
Obtain and organize student materials as directed by the Site Program Manager.
Communicate and collaborate with after-school staff, classroom teachers, administrators, parents, and community members.
Arrive punctually for site start-up and assigned responsibilities.
Communicate planned or emergency absences to the Site Program Supervisor.
Maintain clean classroom and facility spaces.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with Think Together, school district, and school site policies and procedures.