Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Oakland, CA

10d

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work directly with groups of students at different sites throughout the region, with assignments based on their availability. 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. The position is part-time and pays $24.00 per hour. Leaders must be available at least three days per week, Monday through Friday. Program start and end times are roughly between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM and may vary due to school-site minimum-day schedules. The posting asks candidates to commit to a full-year program.

Requirements

Experience working with young children and the ability to inspire and motivate.
High school graduation or GED required.
Additionally, 48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units are required and/or the candidate must pass an Instructional Aide Test in some districts.
Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate for a public school setting.
Availability at least three days a week, Monday through Friday.
Must pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
Must provide a clear TB test.
Must pass Advanced Math and English skills testing for grades K–8.

Responsibilities

Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials.
Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for students.
Support positive student behavior and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Engage children and youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
Help set up, break down, and maintain a clean and orderly school or community site to ensure student safety.
Promote positive interactions between volunteers and students in accordance with child safety guidelines.
Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-ins and sign-outs for students and volunteers.
Identify student needs and communicate them to the Site Coordinator, teachers, school administration, parents, and volunteers as appropriate.
Arrive on time, attend every scheduled workday, commit to the full-year program, and complete time cards appropriately.
Participate in staff development activities.