Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Hesperia, CA

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 flexibility, patience, leadership, communication, and a genuine interest in students’ growth and development. The student-to-staff ratio depends on CDC guidelines.

Requirements

Experience working with young children and the ability to inspire and motivate.
High school graduation or GED.
48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units, and/or passing an Instructional Aide Test in some districts.
Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate for a public school setting.
Availability at least five days a week, Monday through Friday.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials.
Create an engaging environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
Support students in making positive behavior choices and use disciplinary measures when appropriate.
Engage children and youth by following, implementing, and helping create lesson plans.
Assist with setup, breakdown, and ongoing site maintenance to keep school or community spaces clean and orderly.
Promote positive interactions between volunteers and students in accordance with child safety guidelines.
Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing student and volunteer sign-ins and sign-outs.
Identify student needs and communicate them to the Site Coordinator, teachers, school administration, parents, and volunteers as appropriate.
Commit to the full-year program by arriving on time each workday and completing time cards appropriately.
Participate in staff development activities.