After-School Program Counselor (26-27)

Head-Royce School; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 23,887 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

Head-Royce School in Oakland, CA is seeking a part-time After-School Program Counselor for a 0.4 FTE, 10-month appointment beginning August 10, 2026. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment for K-6 students, leading enrichment activities, and coordinating with staff for daily program flow.

Responsibilities include supervising students, communicating with co-counselors, reporting safety concerns, and maintaining a professional, energetic presence after school; 1 year of

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to relate with people and children from a variety of educational, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• The ability to be professional, positive, flexible, fun and energetic.
• A “go-getter” attitude, positive energy and “can do” mentality.
• Counselors must enjoy a collaborative team setting and be willing to engage in frequent communication with fellow staff members.
• Requires a minimum of one-year experience working with children/youth.
• Water safety & CPR/First Aid certified (Training will be provided)
• Ability to provide proof of Fingerprint, SB848 and TB clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide energetic, positive support to students in order to foster a safe, enriching and fun atmosphere for all involved in after-school programming.
• Manage student safety; ensure all students are accounted for and all fellow staff members are aware of student whereabouts throughout the day.
• Proactively supervise, initiate and participate in various student-led activities during unscripted and scripted time.
• Actively engage in initiating activities and games with students of all grade levels (K-6).
• Lead one enrichment class for two of the three trimesters in a topic approved by the Director of Extended Learning.
• Report any unsafe conditions in a timely manner and provide accident/incident reports when necessary.
• Be proficient, aware, prompt, and responsive when communicating with co-counselors and Director of Extended Learning via walkie talkie.
• Collaborate with co-counselors and Director of Extended Learning to ensure smooth flow of daily activities.
• Provide conflict-management mentoring and facilitation to students.
• Respond to parent and children concerns in an effective, professional manner.
• Be active, flexible, resourceful and creative in responding to the needs of students and parents.
• Make intentional and strategic use of prep time and slow times to plan activities, games, and ensure we are ready for the next day (snack, clean up, materials ready, etc.)

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Energetic attitude

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Part-time, Beginning August 10th, 2026 (0.4 FTE, 10 month)

Head-Royce School is a diverse K–12 community nestled in the Oakland hills that serves families seeking a transformative educational experience. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity.

The After-School Program (ASP) provides a high quality experience for students through a balance of student-led and adult-led activities, games, and play spaces. The After-School team consists of enthusiastic individuals who share a passion for creating a healthy, welcoming and playful environment after school.

Responsibilities

• Provide energetic, positive support to students in order to foster a safe, enriching and fun atmosphere for all involved in after-school programming
• Manage student safety; ensure all students are accounted for and all fellow staff members are aware of student whereabouts throughout the day
• Proactively supervise, initiate and participate in various student-led activities during unscripted and scripted time
• Actively engage in initiating activities and games with students of all grade levels (K-6)
• Lead one enrichment class for two of the three trimesters in a topic approved by the Director of Extended Learning
• Report any unsafe conditions in a timely manner and provide accident/incident reports when necessary
• Be proficient, aware, prompt, and responsive when communicating with co-counselors and Director of Extended Learning via walkie talkie
• Collaborate with co-counselors and Director of Extended Learning to ensure smooth flow of daily activities
• Provide conflict-management mentoring and facilitation to students
• Respond to parent and children concerns in an effective, professional manner
• Be active, flexible, resourceful and creative in responding to the needs of students and parents
• Make intentional and strategic use of prep time and slow times to plan activities, games, and ensure we are ready for the next day (snack, clean up, materials ready, etc.)

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to relate with people and children from a variety of educational, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Other essential qualities important to the position are:
• The ability to be professional, positive, flexible, fun and energetic.
• A “go-getter” attitude, positive energy and “can do” mentality.
• Counselors must enjoy a collaborative team setting and be willing to engage in frequent communication with fellow staff members.
• Requires a minimum of one-year experience working with children/youth. This position is ideal for staff looking to enter a career in teaching, child development, recreation management and/or education administration.
• Water safety & CPR/First Aid certified (Training will be provided)
• Ability to provide proof of Fingerprint, SB848 and TB clearance.

Dress code- The After-School Program is both informal and professional.

• Please dress comfortably for the everyday activities that are a part of your job responsibilities while maintaining a professional appearance.
• All clothing must be neat, clean, and in good repair. Employees should avoid wearing tight, torn, or worn clothing, and sweatpants. In addition, others should not be able to see any undergarments, midriff, or other skin that could prove distracting to students, inappropriate or unprofessional for school.
• Shoes must be appropriate and must not inhibit staff members from performing daily activities with students and co-staff.

$17.34 - $24 an hour

Compensation: Head-Royce is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through competitive compensation. Rate is assigned based on relevant experience and education.

Start Date: August 10th, 2026;

End Date: June 8, 2027

Website: www.headroyce.org/asp

This position will have a 2-4 year appointment. It doesn't change the at-will nature of the job, but allows new individuals the opportunity to participate in the role. The Director of Extended Learning will work with ASP staff members on a transition plan between year 2 and year 4 of this appointment. There may be exceptions to this general policy, where administration seeks either an earlier change of employment or a continuation of the current role for reasons of stability with the program.

Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 139-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values:

Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.

Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.

Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.

Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.

Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.

Head-Royce enrolls approximately 930 students in K-8 division (Lower and Middle Schools) and 9-12 grades in the Upper School — and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.

HRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.

Required Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- In accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.

Head-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.