After School Assistant (Part-Time, Under 18)

Yu Ming Charter School; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Yu Ming Charter School in Oakland, CA, invites applications for the 2025-2026 After School Program Assistant. You will support K-4 students with engaging activities, homework help, and safety, under site supervision.

Ideal candidates are at least 16, with preference for a high school diploma, 1-2 years of youth experience, basic Mandarin, CPR/First Aid certification, and a collaborative, student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Experience working with youth or teens preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or plan to be certified within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Mandarin language ability is preferred and valued.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate age-appropriate activities promoting learning and social interaction.
• Assist students with homework and provide academic support as needed.
• Promote a positive, collaborative environment with staff and families.
• Maintain safe relationships and supervise students during activities.
• Report incidents to site staff for documentation and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid certification

Basic Mandarin language skills

Job description

2025-2026 After School Program Assistant

Yu Ming Charter School seeks dynamic, innovative, and experienced educators to join our team, committed to nurturing lifelong learners who are bilingual, bicultural and able to create change in their own lives and in our community. We seek teachers that are excited by the possibility of transforming the traditional model of education to be learner-centered through personalized and project based learning that cultivates both the cognitive and social emotional skills our students need to thrive in school and beyond. Yu Ming teachers are leaders that thrive on exploration, collaboration, and seek to continuously learn and grow as individuals and team members.

ABOUT YU MING CHARTER SCHOOL

Yu Ming Charter School is a non-profit, tuition-free network of public schools located in Oakland and San Leandro and open to all residents of California. As a leader in Mandarin Immersion education, our mission is to nurture our inclusive and diverse community to become empowered, engaged, and outstanding global citizens. We currently serve 952 students across three campuses, and continue to grow our enrollment each year. Our intentionally diverse student body comes from many racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds representing 70 zip codes across the Bay Area and 29 home languages. Founded in 2011, Yu Ming is the first Mandarin immersion public charter school in the state.

We believe every child, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves a free, high-quality education that prepares them today to succeed tomorrow. Ranked the #7 Elementary School and the #2 Elementary Charter School in California by U.S. News, Yu Ming is a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and a 2020 and 2023 California Distinguished School. Yu Ming’s future-forward model prepares young people to succeed and thrive in an interconnected and multicultural world through personalized and rigorous learning experiences, active student agency, whole child and community focus, and multilingual education. As a result, our students far outperform their peers in the district, county, and state, regardless of socio-economic status, race, language background, and learning differences. We are closing the opportunity gap for our historically underserved students every day. To learn more about our innovative school visit our website www.yumingschool.org.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision of the Site Manager and After School Staff, performs a variety of duties related to supporting K-4 students at one of our Lower School Campuses.

• Help facilitate engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote learning, social interaction, and skill development
• Assist students with homework assignments and offer academic support as needed.
• Promote a positive work environment and relationships with team members and school staff.
• Maintain positive relationships with students and their families.
• Help foster a safe environment that allows students to form close, durable human relationships with peers that support and reinforce healthy behaviors.
• Report incidents to After School Teachers or Site Supervisor for proper documentation
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including first aid and emergency response guidelines. Staying vigilant during activities to prevent accidents and address any emergencies that may arise.
• Assist in supervising students during program activities, ensuring their well-being and safety.
• Be a positive role model for students in both actions and words.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• At least 16 years of age

Preferred

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 1-2 years prior experience working with youth and/or teens
• Basic Chinese (Mandarin) Language skills
• Certified in CPR and First Aid, or be certified within 30 days of hire
• Demonstrated awareness of, sensitivity to, and competence in working with families from culturally and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds
• Superb interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, colleagues, and families
• Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work in a dynamic, creative, and start-up learning environment
• Driven adult learner dedicated to his or her own professional growth, including learning new and innovative teaching practices
• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a solutions-oriented attitude

TIME COMMITMENT

• Afternoon work schedule with ~20 hours/week. Monday-Thursday 2:30 to 6pm. Friday 12:45 to 6pm. Hours may vary slightly by site and can start later if needed depending on the candidate’s school needs.

COMPENSATION

• Hourly rate commensurate with experience, within the range of $17.50-19/hour.

Yu Ming Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.