Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Pico Rivera, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students in person 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 create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment in which students can grow and succeed. The role requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment. The position is part-time, with pay of $20 per hour. Program start and end times are roughly between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, five days a week, Monday through Friday; schedules may vary for minimum-day school schedules. Program Leaders work directly with groups of 20–25 students in classroom settings and provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activities using program-provided curriculum and materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least six months of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
Availability five days a week, Monday through Friday.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public-school setting.
Must pass Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
Must provide a negative TB test dated within the last three years.
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.
Depending on the district, 48 semester units or 60 quarter units and/or passing a pre-employment test.

Responsibilities

Lead an assigned group of students in person while maintaining high standards for behavior and safety and implementing Think Together’s four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
Serve as a positive adult role model through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for students.
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 activities.
Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
Work directly with a group 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 student sign-ins and sign-outs for activities.
Arrive punctually to meet site startup and assignment responsibilities.
Use various digital learning platforms.
Maintain close communication with the Site Program Manager regarding planned or emergency absences.
Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with organization and site policies and follow procedures.