After School Program Instructor - Marin (Middle Schools)

Bay Area Community Resources; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Wellness program

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Transit & parking flex spending

403b eligibility

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bay Area Community Resources is seeking an EXL Program Instructor to deliver high-quality after-school learning experiences for K–12 youth. You will build relationships, support SEL, and collaborate with families, staff, and coordinators to ensure inclusive, trauma-informed instruction.

The role requires after-school availability, an associate degree or 48 college units, and the ability to supervise up to 22 youth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher, or 48 college units, or passage of the Instructional Aide exam.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB clearance.
• Ability to work during after-school hours and commit through the academic school year (hire date through mid-June).
• Experience working with K–12 youth in educational, enrichment, or community-based settings.
• Ability to build positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Mandated Reporter certification and other required trainings.
• Ability to supervise and engage up to 22 youth.
• Proficiency with email, Google Drive, and other program platforms.
• Preferred Degrees in Education or related field.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Chinese, or others).

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships and a sense of belonging for students.
• Support social-emotional learning through restorative practices and co-regulation.
• Address conflicts using culturally responsive approaches and collaborate with families and staff.
• Communicate safety concerns to the coordinator when needed.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality; arrive prepared with materials and routines.

Skills

Relationship building

SEL support

Restorative practices

Cultural responsiveness

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher

48 college units

Preferred Ed/Bach in Education

Tools

Workday

Workvivo

Google Drive

Email

Job description

Job Description

Reports To: Program Coordinator

Purpose: The EXL Program Instructor delivers high-quality expanded learning experiences that support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth of K–12 youth. Grounded in BACR’s values of Compassion, Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, and Joy, this role creates safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued, respected, and connected.

Program Instructors build meaningful relationships with youth, foster a strong sense of belonging, and ensure equitable access to learning and enrichment opportunities for students of all backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. Instructors use culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches to support student success while collaborating with families, school staff, and colleagues to meet diverse student needs.

Work Location(s): San Rafael City Schools- Bahia Vista, Coleman, SAnpedro, Venetia Valley

Benefits

• Pay rate: $24 - $27 an hour, based on regional grant funding and experience
• Hours negotiated upon hiring (20 –26.5 hours per week, depending on location and need)
• Employment Type: Part-Time / Non-Exempt
• Up to 15 paid holidays per year
• Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice
• Employee assistance program
• dental
• vision
• wellness program
• life insurance
• flexible spending account
• transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses
• 403b (Eligibility based on total weekly hours)

Compassion – People-Centered Service & Care

• Build trusting relationships and a sense of belonging through consistent connection and proactive support for students who are disengaged or struggling.
• Support students’ social-emotional learning (SEL) through relationship-building, restorative practices, de-escalation, and co-regulation strategies.
• Address conflict, bullying, exclusion, and behavioral concerns using culturally responsive, restorative approaches.
• Recognize when students need support beyond the program’s capacity and communicate concerns to the coordinator.
• Build respectful, professional relationships with families and caregivers while maintaining confidentiality and recognizing them as key partners in student success.

Curiosity – Continuous Learning & Improvement

• Participate in training, coaching, staff meetings, and professional development, applying feedback to improve practice.
• Use student engagement and behavior data to refine lessons and improve outcomes.
• Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes outlined in the EXL Handbook.
• Provide homework support and skill-building activities, adapting instruction to meet students’ needs.
• Use required digital platforms and communication tools (Workday, Workvivo, Google Drive, email) effectively and independently.

Humility – Inclusive Collaboration

• Design and facilitate inclusive, culturally responsive activities that support diverse backgrounds, abilities, and developmental needs through trauma-informed practices.
• Collaborate effectively with program staff, school personnel, and team members to support program goals.
• Foster an equitable and inclusive environment through respectful communication, cultural responsiveness, and awareness of personal and systemic biases.
• Demonstrate self-awareness by acknowledging mistakes, seeking support when needed, and responding constructively to challenges.

Integrity – Ethical & Accountable Practice

• Arrive on time and prepared with materials, lesson plans, and classroom routines that provide consistency for students.
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and required documentation.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ethical conduct in all interactions with youth.
• Notify the coordinator immediately of safety incidents, behavioral concerns, or mandated reporting situations.
• Communicate program, team, or student concerns before issues escalates.
• Handle sensitive student and family information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Attend all required professional development sessions and participate fully.
• Represent BACR professionally in appearance, communication, and conduct at program sites.

Joy – Positive & Purpose-Driven Engagement

• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to program activities, remaining engaged during challenging moments.
• Plan and facilitate engaging, student-centered lessons that incorporate academic and SEL skill development.
• Provide specific, genuine praise that recognizes students’ effort, persistence, and growth.
• Cultivate a positive program culture through meaningful connections and opportunities for student voice, leadership, and shared decision-making.
• Contribute positively to team culture through respectful, supportive, and collaborative interactions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required Associate degree or higher, or 48 college units, or passage of the Instructional Aide exam.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB clearance.
• Ability to work during after-school hours and commit through the academic school year (hire date through mid-June).
• Experience working with K–12 youth in educational, enrichment, or community-based settings.
• Ability to build positive relationships with youth from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to complete Mandated Reporter certification and other required trainings.
• Ability to independently supervise and engage up to 22 youth.
• Basic proficiency with email, Google Drive, and other program management platforms.
• Preferred Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Chinese, or other languages).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, and move throughout the program space for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to actively supervise and accompany students during indoor and outdoor activities.

BACR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and affirming workplace. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.

ARE YOU EXTRAORDINARY?

We put people at the center of everything we do. With a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences we hire individuals within the community who are passionate about making a difference. When you join BACR, you join a team with leaders, doers, and big thinkers, who are committed to giving back to their community.

Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where there are opportunities for all, everyone feels like they belong, and different perspectives are valued. No matter what your experience is - you CAN make a difference! Thank you for your interest in a career at BACR! BACR staff make a lasting impact across California, serving tens of thousands of children, youth, and families every day. BACR staff continue to create meaningful change in every community we serve. We continually witness the strength and resilience of the individuals and families we serve who are often those most adversely impacted by systemic racism, poverty, and inequitable access to resources and opportunities. BACR has remained steadfast to our mission: We work in the heart of our communities to foster generational change. We are grateful for the opportunity to support communities throughout the Bay Area, promoting resilience, health and justice and to our dedicated staff who serve those communities with compassion, passion, creativity and talent.

Values

• Compassion – We approach all we do with a caring heart and a people-centered mindset.
• Curiosity – We challenge ourselves to learn, stretch, grow, and innovate.
• Humility – We acknowledge our own limits and actively appreciate others’ perspectives and lived experiences.
• Integrity – We value and respect the trust given to us by our communities. We operate with honesty, accountability, and consistency.
• Joy – We lead with gratitude, sprinkle in humor, and lift each other’s spirits.