Substitute Older Youth Leader

Think Together•San Bernardino, CA

12d

About The Position

Older Youth Leaders work directly with an assigned class of approximately 20–25 students, serving as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. The role requires a genuine interest in students’ growth and development and in providing a safe, nurturing environment. Leaders establish authority through leadership, communication, and patience, helping students have the stability and support they need to succeed. The position involves leading instruction, supporting academic and personal development, maintaining safety and behavior standards, and contributing to a welcoming and engaging environment. Leaders use program-provided curriculum and materials, support homework and enrichment, and deliver activities that are active, collaborative, meaningful, mastery-focused, and horizon-expanding. The role also includes site upkeep, snack preparation, attendance and sign-in procedures, communication with staff and families, and participation in staff development. The position is part-time and pays $21 per hour.

Requirements

At least 48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units, or a bachelor’s degree.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public school setting.
Minimum age of 22.
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 6–12.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
Provide a clear TB test.
Pass advanced math and English skills testing for grades K–8.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead a group of approximately 20–25 students in an instructional setting and maintain behavior and safety standards using Think Together’s four core agreements: Be responsible, Be respectful, Be safe, and Have fun.
Serve as a positive role model through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy.
Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program curriculum and materials.
Create an engaging environment that fosters belonging for older youth.
Support positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Engage students by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
Provide active, hands-on instruction that stimulates curiosity and includes physical activity and project-based learning.
Provide collaborative instruction that develops teamwork, listening, group learning, and conflict-resolution skills.
Provide meaningful instruction that gives students ownership of learning, ways to assess their progress, and connections to their interests, experiences, and the real world.
Provide sequenced instruction and practice that promote skill mastery.
Provide learning opportunities that expand students’ experiences and knowledge of their neighborhood and the wider global community, including activities beyond school facilities.
Assist with setup, breakdown, and ongoing site maintenance to keep the school or community site clean and orderly.
Promote positive interactions between volunteers and students in accordance with safety guidelines.
Take roll and review student and volunteer sign-ins and sign-outs to maintain safety.
Identify student needs and communicate them to the Site Facilitator, Site Program Managers, teachers, school administration, parents, and volunteers as appropriate.
Commit to the full-year program by arriving on time every day and completing timecards appropriately.
Participate in staff development activities.
Arrive punctually for site startup and assignments.
Communicate with the Site Facilitator and/or Site Program Manager about planned or emergency absences.
Assist with site cleaning, including cleaning tables, mopping, and vacuuming.
Assist with daily snack preparation, serving, and cleanup.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with Think Together and school site policies and procedures.