After School Program - Staff Lead (Temporary Employee Pool)

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Pacific, in partnership with Stockton Unified School District, seeks an After School Program Staff Lead to support elementary students in the ELOP program. This role helps maintain daily operations, onboarding, attendance, and effective communication across staff and school leaders.

You will model positive behavior, assist in transitions, and act as a backup leader in the absence of the Site Facilitator, ensuring safety and smooth programming at the assigned site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forty-eight college units completed or Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint clearance after hire.

Responsibilities

• Support daily program activities and student engagement.
• Assist with attendance and scheduling.
• Onboard new staff and orient them to routines.
• Promote safety and compliance with policies.
• Lead by example and support staff in absence of Site Facilitator.
• Foster clear communication between staff and school leaders.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forty-eight (48) completed college units or Paraprofessional Certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose

The University of the Pacific, Harold S. Jacoby Center partnered with Stockton Unified School District to provide after school program services to elementary students enrolled in Expanded Learning Opportunities Program ( ELOP ). The After School Program Staff Lead plays a vital frontline support role in the success of the ELOP program. This individual assists in maintaining the structure, systems, and smooth daily operations of after-school programming at their assigned school site. While not responsible for performing the duties of the Site Program Facilitator or organizational supervisor, the Staff Lead serves as a bridge between staff, school site leaders, and their organization, helping to onboard new staff, assist with attendance processes, and ensure consistent communication and coordination. The Staff Lead model’s positive behavior, supports program expectations, and provides in-the-moment assistance to staff and students. In the temporary absence of the Program Facilitator/Site Lead, they may step into a leadership capacity to help ensure uninterrupted program operations and safety.

Essential Functions

Program Support & Site Operations

• Assist in implementing daily program activities, supporting preparation, transitions, and student engagement.
• Help promote and reinforce established systems, routines, and expectations as outlined by the ELOP Facilitator and school site leadership.
• Lead by example through positive, professional conduct with students, staff, and school personnel.
• Assist with day-to-day logistics and support needs, without assuming leadership or administrative responsibilities.

Staff Onboarding & Orientation

• Assist the PF in onboarding of new and substitute staff by: Providing a site-specific tour.
• Reviewing daily routines, supervision areas, emergency procedures, and school culture expectations.

Attendance & Compliance Support

• Assist with student and staff attendance tracking, including sign-in/sign-out procedures and documentation.
• Help uphold compliance and safety protocols established by the school and partner organization.

Behavior Management & Staff Coaching

• Model and assist staff with positive, trauma-informed behavior management strategies.
• Assist staff with in-the-moment behavior challenges using youth-centered approaches.
• Promote a respectful and supportive team dynamic.

Communication & Liaison

• Foster strong communication between all levels of the program and site team.

Leadership in the Absence of Site Facilitator

• Temporarily assume site leadership support when the ELOP Facilitator is unavailable by: Overseeing student transitions and safety protocols.
• Monitoring daily program flow and ensuring staff support.
• Communicating any incidents or urgent needs to the appropriate parties.

Additional Duties

• Perform other tasks as assigned to assist with evolving program needs and site-specific support.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forty-eight (48) completed college units or Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Ability to pass fingerprint clearance through Department of Justice once hired.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience working with children.
• Familiarity in working in tutoring or after school program/environment.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to follow systems and take direction from multiple leadership points (organization and school site).
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to the mission of expanded learning.
• Dependable and consistent presence on-site.
• Collaborative and communicative.
• Proactive in offering support without overstepping roles.
• Respectful of school and organizational leadership structures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.