Program Leader

Think Together•San Bernardino, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students in an in-person setting at district and school-site locations throughout California. The student-to-staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. They serve as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors, and help provide students with a safe, nurturing, and stable environment. The role requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment to supporting students’ growth and development. Program Leaders provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activities using program-provided curriculum and materials. They work directly with groups of 20–25 students in classroom settings and support students’ behavior, safety, and sense of belonging. They also assist with snack service, site setup and cleanup, student attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures, and communication with the Site Program Manager and other relevant school and family contacts. This is a part-time, in-person position. Compensation is $20 per hour. Think Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that it does not discriminate on protected grounds in recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, or general treatment during employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet district-specific requirements of 48 semester or 60 quarter units and/or pass a pre-employment test.
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.
At least six months of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
Advanced mathematics and English skills at the K–8 level.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to use various digital learning platforms.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead an assigned group of students in person and maintain high standards for behavior and safety by implementing Think Together’s four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
Create an engaging environment where students feel they belong.
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 with groups of 20–25 students in a classroom setting 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.
Maintain close communication with the Site Program Manager regarding planned or emergency absences.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with organization and site policies and follow procedures.