After School Program Instructor (Part Time) - Middle School

KIPP Public Schools Northern California; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

KIPP Public Schools Northern California is seeking an After School Program Instructor for a middle school on-site in Northern California. You will support 60-80 students with homework help, enrichment activities, and attendance/tracking in a part-time schedule.

Responsibilities include documenting lesson plans and program outcomes, applying positive behavior strategies, and coordinating with students, families, and staff to ensure health and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; ability to pass required assessments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with youth.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Implement after school activities in core areas: academics, homework, fitness, arts and enrichment.
• Document schedules, lesson plans, and youth participation outcomes.
• Use positive behavior strategies and monitor attendance daily.
• Assist with registration, customer service, and outreach.
• Maintain health and safety standards for students and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Youth engagement

Google Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro Assessment or CBEST within 90 days

AA or BA degree (min 48 units)

Job description

After School Program Instructor (Part Time) - Middle School

Position Summary The After School Teacher/Instructor will work directly with a group of 60-80 students, providing homework assistance, academic support and enrichment activities after school on site at a KIPP Middle School. Program leaders’ ability to establish authority through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience, is essential to success. Must be able to commit to working throughout the entire school year.

Reports to: Extended Learning Opportunity Program Director.

Qualifications

Experience:

A minimum of 1-2 years work experience in a youth development organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience.

Education/certifications:

Required

High school diploma or equivalent AND ability to Pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment (passing score= 460) or Pass the CBEST Exams within 90 days of employment

OR AA degree or BA degree (min of 48 units)

Knowledge/skills required:

Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Ability to deal effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds, including discipline problems.

Demonstrated ability working with young people, parents and community leaders.

Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)

Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Implement after school activities within assigned core program areas, including academic assistance, homework club, fitness/recreation, arts, and enrichment activities.

Assist in documenting program schedules, lesson plans, curriculum, youth participation and outcomes

Use positive behavior and classroom management techniques with children.

Accurately track student attendance (sign-in/sign-out sheets) on a daily basis

Assist with after school program registration, customer service, and community outreach

Maintain high standards of health and safety to ensure the safety of students, staff members and others.

Participate in all after school activities including preparation, set-up, take-down and clean-up to ensure facility cleanliness.

Communicate and work effectively with students, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.

Physical: Ability to navigate school and classroom settings. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-35 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include frequent kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overhead

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

Environmental: School and in-person classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

Classification and Schedule

• Part time, non-exempt school based position on school calendar. Approximately 20 hours/week, M-F 2:00PM- 6:00PM.
• Depending on school need and availability, this role could include an optional 6-week Summer Extension (20-40 hours/week).

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Compensation

We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

• 10 month Standard Compensation (20 hours/week) - $20.92 - $24.84/hour based on experience.
• Depending on school need and availability, this role could include an optional 6-week Summer Extension (20-40 hours/week). Compensation for this period would be $30.00/hour.

Compensation We are dedicated to you and your family's well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

• 10 month Standard Compensation (20 hours/week) - $20.92 - $24.84/hour based on experience.
• Depending on school need and availability, this role could include an optional 6-week Summer Extension (20-40 hours/week). Compensation for this period would be $30.00/hour.

KIPP Northern California Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, national origin or ancestry, cultural background, religious creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital/registered domestic partner status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, primary language, citizenship or immigration status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.