Program Leader

$49,920 - $49,920/Yr

Think Together - San Jose, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

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About the position

The Program Leader at Think Together is a part-time role focused on working with students in an in-person setting across various school sites in California. The position emphasizes the importance of being a positive role model and mentor, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for students. Program Leaders are responsible for leading groups of students, supporting their academic and behavioral development, and ensuring a high standard of safety and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of students in an in-person setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Identify student needs and communicate to Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration, and parents as appropriate.
• Participate in staff development.
• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using provided curriculum and materials.
• Work directly with a group of 20-25 students in a classroom setting, implementing classroom and behavior management strategies.
• Assist daily with snack preparation, serving, and clean up.
• Assist in 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-in/sign-outs for student activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required.
• District-specific - 48 semester/60 quarter units and/or pass a pre-employment test.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
• Provide negative TB Test dated within the last 3 years.
• At least six months experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
• Advanced Math and English skills (K-8).
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal).
• Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred).