The Full PLAY Team Captain

Play CV • Castro Valley, CA

114d • $23 - $28

About The Position

The Full PLAY (TFP) is PlayCV’s afterschool program, designed to provide students with enrichment, academic support, recreation, and social connection in a structured and supportive environment. Students begin each day with a healthy snack and check-in before rotating through a variety of activities—homework support, enrichment classes, playground games, or arts and crafts. The Team Captain leads a team of TFP Instructors to ensure a high-quality program for youth and their families. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, developing social-emotional skills, and fostering strong relationships with students, families, and school staff. A successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, use sound judgment to problem-solve, and serve as a positive role model. Above all, the Team Captain is responsible for student safety and for building an inclusive and supportive afterschool culture.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ).
• Negative TB test within the last 4 years.
• Able to travel to multiple work sites.
• Must attend any PlayCV required training.
• Experience with TK or elementary-aged children, afterschool, or summer programs.

Nice To Haves

• Dedicated to nurturing the whole development of children.
• Passionate about youth development and enrichment programs.
• Demonstrate initiative while keeping student needs first.
• Dependable, consistent, and fair.
• Bring patience, compassion, and kindness to their work.
• Flexible, proactive, punctual, and committed to the full school year.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe, inclusive environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
• Provide direction, coaching, and mentoring to team members.
• Ensure students are supervised at all times, properly checked in/out, and ratios remain in compliance.
• Train and develop new and existing staff; follow training plans and systems to meet goals.
• Maintain and update the Site Guide (site rules, events calendar, facility information, and contacts).
• Review and implement special accommodations for students and/or staff.
• Ensure employees take required breaks and follow work limitations as directed.
• Address and report staff or parent/guardian concerns promptly.
• Serve as liaison between PlayCV leadership, school staff, and families.
• Report sensitive issues to management and propose workable solutions.
• Support organization-wide events and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Manage snack/supply inventory and place weekly orders.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $23-28/hour, depending on experience.
• Full Time, 30 hours/week (schedule varies).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time