Substitute Program Leader

Think Together • Jurupa Valley, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students in an in-person setting at district and school-site locations 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 to supporting students’ growth and development. Student-to-staff ratios are contingent on CDC guidelines.

Program Leaders provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. They work directly with groups of 20–25 students in classroom settings, support behavior management, assist with snack preparation and cleanup, maintain clean and orderly sites, and help ensure student safety. The position is part-time and in person, with program times generally between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; schedules may vary due to 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.
• Availability five days a week, Monday through Friday.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate for a public-school setting.
• Ability to pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
• Negative TB test dated within the last three years.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational and site policies.

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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of students in person while maintaining high standards for behavior and safety and 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 directly with a group of 20–25 students in a classroom, implementing classroom and behavior management strategies.
• Assist with daily snack preparation, serving, and cleanup.
• Assist with site 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 to fulfill site startup and assignment responsibilities.
• 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 organizational and site policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED