After School Instructor

Catalyst Kids; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Education Reimbursement Program

Discounted childcare

Training and growth advisory

Job summary

Catalyst Family Inc. is seeking an After School Instructor in Port Hueneme, CA. You will work with a group of up to 20 students (TK-8th) to tutor, assist with homework, and provide educational enrichment in a dynamic, energetic setting.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma, be at least 18, and demonstrate excellent communication, organization, and leadership. Training, DEI focus, and collaboration with the Site Coordinator are key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Ability to manage a classroom of up to 20 students.
• DEI practice and inclusive teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards.
• Collaborate with Site Coordinator to implement curriculum and procedures.
• Provide educational enrichment and life skills development.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment and supervise students.
• Document progress and plan lessons weekly.
• Communicate with families and Site Coordinator regularly.
• Participate in trainings and DEI initiatives.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written skills

Highly organized

Leadership and teamwork

Energetic and engaging

DEI orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional qualifications (district specific)

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $17.69 USD to $26.54 USD
  Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Expanded Learning
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: AFTER004251

Description

After School Instructors may work with a group of up to 20 students from TK-8th grade with daily tasks consisting of, but not limited to: tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. Instructors must have high energy, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to maintain a fun and organized atmosphere.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards
• Collaborates with Site Coordinator to create and implement all Catalyst Expanded Learning curriculum, rules, and procedures, including new curriculum that may be introduced during the school year
• Provides students with educational enrichment which may include positive youth development strategies, recreation and prevention activities, and the ability to teach positive life skills
• Works collaboratively with staff members on site
• Tracks students' progress using programmatic protocol
• Ensures students receive consistent supervision and always provides a safe and supported environment
• Fills out lesson planning form weekly
• Maintains a high level of professionalism with students and families
• Supports and participates in family and site-based events
• Supports other sites when needed or called upon
• Communicates regularly with the Site Coordinator regarding all aspects of the program at the designated site
• Undergoes and maintains all assigned health and safety, education, and HR trainings
• Participates in professional development enrichment opportunities to enhance student learning
• Promotes an inclusive environment of teamwork to ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is practiced/applied in department operations, programs, and services
  

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to meet school district's requirements for a Paraprofessional (based on district in which job is offered - requirements vary)

Experience

• 6 or more months working with children preferred

Other Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to solely manage a classroom of up to 20 students
• College units in education, recreation, or child development strongly desired
• Understanding of behavior management and effective disciplinary techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated
• Proven leadership and team-building skills
• Flexible, team oriented, child focused, and wanting to make a difference in children's lives
• Ability to meet state-specific requirements: Fingerprint LIVE SCAN, CPR/First Aid, Medical Certificate/TD Test, Mandated Reporter training
  

Shift Type: Part Time

What We Offer:

• Vision Benefits (may vary depending on Full Time or Part Time status)
• 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discounted childcare (for staff working 25 hours or more per week)
• Be constantly in a learning and growth process with trainings and professional growth advisory

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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