Program Leader

Think Together•Adelanto, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Program Leaders work part-time in person at school and district sites throughout California. They work with an assigned group of students, with student-to-staff ratios contingent on CDC guidelines, and serve as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors. The role requires a genuine interest in students’ growth and development and in providing a safe, nurturing environment. Leaders use leadership, communication, and patience to establish authority and build connections that support students’ stability and success. In an in-person classroom setting, Program Leaders provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. They lead groups of 20–25 students, maintain behavior and safety standards, foster belonging, support positive behavior, and take disciplinary measures when appropriate. They also help prepare and serve snacks, maintain the site, monitor student attendance and activity sign-ins and sign-outs, identify student needs, communicate with relevant school and program contacts and parents, and participate in staff development.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For district-specific requirements, 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 fingerprint-based criminal background check.
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 grades 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person and maintain high behavior and safety standards using Think Together’s four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
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 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 setting and implement classroom and behavior management strategies.
Assist with daily snack preparation, serving, and cleanup.
Assist with site 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 for site startup and assignments.
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.