After-School Program Leader & Mentor

Think Together; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together is seeking a Substitute Program Leader to support students across multiple sites. The role is part-time, with a pay rate of $20.50/hour, and requires weekday availability and ongoing commitment throughout the school year.

You will provide homework help, enrichment, and safe, engaging activities, following provided lesson plans. Strong English communication and patience are essential to motivate and mentor students in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children and ability to inspire and motivate.
• Proof of graduation from High School or GED required; college units may be required.
• Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate in a public school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity, using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Engage children and youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
• Ensure student safety by assisting in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance in an effort to keep the school or community site clean and orderly.
• Promote positive interactions between volunteers and students in accordance with child safety guidelines.
• Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-in/ sign-outs for students and volunteers.
• Identify student needs and communicate to Site Coordinator, teachers, school administration, parents, and volunteers as appropriate.
• Commit to a full-year program, demonstrated by arriving on-time, every day and completing time cards appropriately.
• Participate in staff development activities.

Skills

Experience with children

Motivate others

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units

Job description

Think Together is seeking a Substitute Program Leader to support students across multiple sites. The role is part-time, with a pay rate of $20.50/hour, and requires weekday availability and ongoing commitment throughout the school year.

You will provide homework help, enrichment, and safe, engaging activities, following provided lesson plans. Strong English communication and patience are essential to motivate and mentor students in a nurturing environment.