Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Temecula Valley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work part-time and may be assigned to different sites throughout the region based on their availability. They work with an assigned group of students, with student-to-staff ratios contingent on CDC guidelines. The role serves as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor, helping provide students with a safe, nurturing, and stable environment. Success requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment. In person, the Substitute Program Leader leads a group of students, provides homework assistance and academic enrichment, and supports physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. The role also includes classroom and behavior management, snack preparation and cleanup, maintaining an orderly site, and monitoring student safety and attendance. Program Leaders communicate student needs to relevant school and program contacts and participate in staff development.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Bi-literacy to support English-learner students; Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person and maintain behavior and safety standards using the four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
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.
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, implementing 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 follow procedures.