After-School Enrichment Leader

After-School All-Stars Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

After-School All-Stars Los Angeles is seeking a Part-Time Program Leader in Los Angeles, CA. You will support academic, cultural and recreational enrichment, ensuring a safe environment and positive youth development after school.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising students, coordinating with school staff and guardians, and maintaining program materials. Evening and some weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in grades K-12 in recreational, educational and/or community youth outreach setting.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with School District staff, parents and community leaders.
• Familiarity with quality criteria for after school programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others as well as respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have obtained high school diploma or GED and have passed ASAS-LA Instructional Aide exam, have an Associates Degree or higher, or have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Must clear Drug Test, Tuberculosis screening and DOJ/FBI Live Scan prior to hire.
• Physical ability to lead and participate in structured activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in a language other than English highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in planning (prep time) & implementation of the daily after-school program under the direction of a Program Coordinator.
• Maintain a 20:1 ratio using dynamic student recruitment and retention strategies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with youth in program, legal guardians, and school staff to increase program visibility within the community.
• Maintain close communication with direct supervisor and regularly provide student attendance tracking data, program progress and concerns as set forth by the continuous quality improvement process.
• Lead and assist in preparing a creative environment using academic, cultural and recreational enrichment including the preparation of needed supplies and materials.
• Monitors supply needs and informs direct supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Use age-appropriate methods that include facilitating of active and engaging learning experiences.
• Actively supervise students during program activities, always ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Maintain professional attitude, rapport and appearance with all program stakeholders.
• Communicate with school staff, legal guardians regarding program activities, student needs, academic performance and upcoming events.
• Attend all required staff meetings and professional development opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.
• Supervise student participants to ASAS-LA field trips and events as needed.
• Responsible for the distribution and tracking of supper/snack as outlined by schools' specific protocols.
• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of classroom and any program space used. Reports potential facility and/or equipment hazards to direct supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining all program materials/equipment in good condition.
• Understands and effectively communicates safety standards of program; as it relates to ensuring program areas are safe, well-ventilated and well-lit.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends if necessary.
• Willing to travel off-site meetings, trainings and events.
• Participates as part of a team to run quality organization wide programs by helping out where needed or directs.
• To perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student experience

Team collaboration

Program quality

Communication

Bilingual desirable

Youth leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or higher

Two years college completed

Instructional Aide exam passed

Job description

After-School All-Stars Los Angeles is seeking a Part-Time Program Leader in Los Angeles, CA. You will support academic, cultural and recreational enrichment, ensuring a safe environment and positive youth development after school.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising students, coordinating with school staff and guardians, and maintaining program materials. Evening and some weekend availability may be required.