Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Perris, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work in person with an assigned group of students at school and district sites throughout California. They serve as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors, helping provide students with a safe, nurturing, and stable environment. The role requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment. The student-to-staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. Program Leaders provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activities using program-provided curriculum and materials. They work directly with groups of 20–25 students in a classroom setting, use classroom and behavior management strategies, help prepare and serve snacks, maintain clean and orderly sites, and support student safety. This is a part-time, in-person position with program schedules generally between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday; times may vary due to school 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.

Nice To Haves

For district-specific requirements, 48 semester units or 60 quarter units and/or passing a pre-employment test.
Bi-literacy to support English-learner students; Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person and maintain high standards for behavior and safety by implementing the 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 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 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.
Help set up, break down, and maintain a clean and orderly school or community site.
Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-ins and sign-outs for student activities.
Arrive punctually for site start-up and assignments.
Use various digital learning platforms.
Maintain close communication with the Site Program Manager about planned or emergency absences.
Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
Comply with organizational and site policies and procedures.