Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Long Beach, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work part-time at different sites throughout the region, with assignments 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 provides homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. The role works directly with a group of 20–25 students in a classroom setting, supports behavior and classroom management, assists with snack preparation and cleanup, and helps maintain an orderly school or community site. The position also supports student safety through attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures.

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 at least three days per week, Monday through Friday.
Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriately in 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.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.

Nice To Haves

Ability to support English-learner students through biliteracy; Spanish is preferred.
Depending on the district, 48 semester units or 60 quarter units and/or passing a pre-employment test.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of students in person and maintain behavior and safety standards by implementing Think Together’s 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 20–25 students in a classroom setting and implement 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 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 organizational and site policies and procedures.