Substitute Program Leader

Think Together • Victorville, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students in person at district and school site locations throughout California. The student-to-staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. They act as positive adult role models, coaches, and mentors, and help provide students with a safe, nurturing, and stable environment. The position requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment to supporting students’ growth and development.

Program Leaders lead a group of students, foster an engaging and welcoming environment, support positive behavior, and help maintain safety. They provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using program-provided curriculum and materials. They work directly with groups of 20–25 students in a classroom setting and assist with snack service, site setup and cleanup, and student attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures.

This is a part-time, in-person position. Availability is required five days a week, Monday through Friday. Program hours are roughly between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., with schedules varying according to school-site minimum-day schedules. Pay is $20 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• 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.
• Pass a Live Scan criminal background check via fingerprinting.
• 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.
• Availability five days a week, Monday through Friday; program hours are roughly 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with possible variation for minimum-day schedules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Biliteracy 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 that fosters a sense of belonging for students.
• 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 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 to meet site startup and assignment responsibilities.
• Use various digital learning platforms.
• Maintain close communication with the Site Program Manager regarding planned or emergency absences.
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
• Comply with organization and site policies and follow procedures.

What This Job Offers

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