Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•South Whittier, CA

4d•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. Leaders 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. Leaders guide students in an in-person setting, establish a sense of belonging, support positive behavior, and maintain safety using Think Together’s four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun. They provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. The position also includes classroom management, snack preparation and cleanup, site setup and maintenance, attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures, communication about student needs, and participation in staff development. This is a part-time, in-person position. Program times are generally between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and may vary according to school-site minimum-day schedules.

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.
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.
Availability five days a week, Monday through Friday.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with organization and site policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

District-specific: 48 semester units or 60 quarter units and/or passing a pre-employment test.
Bi-literacy to support English-learner students; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead an assigned group of students in person, maintaining behavior and safety standards and implementing Think Together’s four core agreements.
Serve as a positive adult role model through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
Create an engaging environment where students feel 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 activities.
Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials.
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 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 regarding planned or emergency absences.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with organization and site policies and procedures.