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Substitute Program Leader

Think Together•Whittier, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Program Leader works in person at districts and school sites throughout California, leading an assigned group of students. The role provides students with a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment and serves as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. Student-to-staff ratios are contingent on CDC guidelines. The position requires leadership, communication, patience, flexibility, and commitment to supporting students’ growth and development. The leader provides homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activities using program-provided curriculum and materials. They work directly with approximately 20–25 students in a classroom setting, use classroom and behavior management strategies, and help maintain student safety. The role also includes snack preparation and cleanup, site setup and upkeep, attendance and sign-in/sign-out checks, communication with school and program staff and families, and participation in staff development. This is a part-time, in-person position. Availability is required five days per week, Monday through Friday. Program hours are roughly between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM and may vary with school minimum-day schedules. Pay is $20 per hour.

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 five days a week, Monday through Friday.
  • 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.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.
  • District-specific requirement: 48 semester units, 60 quarter units, and/or passing a pre-employment test.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Lead a group of students in person and maintain high standards for behavior and safety using the Think Together 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 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 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 upkeep 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 about planned or emergency absences.
  • Maintain confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
  • Comply with organizational and site policies and procedures.

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