Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Jurupa Valley, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students at district and school-site locations throughout California. This is a part-time, in-person position. The role serves as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor, providing students with a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Leaders use authority, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment to help students grow and succeed. Student-to-staff ratios are contingent on CDC guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For some districts, 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 past 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 per week, Monday through Friday.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to utilize 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 while maintaining high standards for behavior and safety and implementing Think Together’s four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, and Have fun.
Model appropriate dress, speech, and attitude as a positive adult role model.
Create an engaging environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
Support positive student behavior 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 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 startup and assigned 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.