ASES PRI - After School Instructor

Abrazar, Inc.; Westminster (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Abrazar, Inc. operates the ASES P.R.I.D.E. after-school program focused on education, health care, and empowerment. The Site Instructor works with the Site Director and Lead Instructor to implement curriculum and enrichment activities for youth in grades 6–8.

The role emphasizes supervising energetic youth, delivering planned activities, and promoting safety and program rules while collaborating with families, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver educational, athletic, and enrichment activities based on lesson plans with a learning objective
• Supervise small and large groups of students
• Maintain accurate attendance records and meal documentation
• Be a positive role model in demeanor, dress, communication, and attitude
• Collaborate with Site Director and Lead Instructor to evaluate programs and services
• Design and orchestrate special events as assigned
• Attend trainings and meetings as needed
• Available to work nights and weekends as needed

Job description

Abrazar, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides families with wrap-around services focused on education, health care, and financial empowerment.

Abrazar ASES P.R.I.D.E. PROGRAM Mission Statement: \"To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.\"

Position: Site Instructor for Middle School Expanded Learning Programs

Reports to: Site Director

Required Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 1:30 PM-6:30 PM; Wednesday 12:00 PM-6:00 PM

Job Summary

The ASES P.R.I.D.E. Site Instructor assists the ASES P.R.I.D.E. Site Director and Lead Instructor in the preparation and implementation of ASES P.R.I.D.E. Program after-school educational curriculum and enrichment activities with a focus on academic assistance, STEAM curriculum, arts, sports, and recreation for youth grades 6 through 8.

Major Responsibilities

• Ability to work in high energy, fun, and creative youth-focused environment
• Prepares and successfully delivers educational, athletic, and enrichment activities based on lesson plans with a clear learning objective
• Supports members with homework assignments & projects
• Effectively and consistently supervises small and large groups of students
• Individually and with team members preserves the health and safety of all children
• Ensures that all school rules and Program rules are followed
• Preparation and maintenance of clear and accurate attendance records and meal documentation
• A positive role model for young people to emulate through demeanor, dress, communication, and attitude
• Actively engages with members, fellow staff, parents, and partners using a positive and professional approach
• Pro‑active and takes initiative in meeting the Program's needs
• Exemplary team player and collaborates with fellow staff
• Helps ASES P.R.I.D.E. Site Director and Lead Site Instructor to evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure that they meet stated objectives, member needs, and interests
• Contributes to the development of professional partnerships with team members, parents, school staff, and the community
• Designs and orchestrates special events as assigned by the Site Director
• Adheres to Abrazar, Inc.'s employee guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Commitment to working program hours Monday through Friday
• Attend training and meetings, as needed
• Available to work nights and weekends, as needed
• Performs other related assignments delegated by supervisors and administration. Must be flexible to change and willing to assist in all areas as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age and over
• Has an Associate's Degree or equivalent in child development/education OR passes the Westminster School District Para-educator Exam.
• 1 or more years of supervisory experience in a youth service setting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Performs excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Conduct self with professionalism, courtesy, and integrity
• Interpersonal relations skills; having a positive attitude and using patience, tact, and respect
• Decision making, planning, organizing, communicating, and analyzing skills required
• Clearance of background check
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Clearance of TB test

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to walk on uneven surfaces. Stand or sit for extended periods of time
• May be required to lift equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending and twisting at the waist, seeing to review and analyze reports and documents.
• May be exposed to outdoor elements including noise and weather
• Bending, twisting, stooping, overhead reaching, and repetitive hand/arm motion
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods. And walk quickly on occasion
• May be exposed to outdoor elements including noise and weather
• Other physical duties, as needed

Benefits

• Career development training
• Working with professionals at schools and the non-profit field

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: Multiple locations

Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and post‑offer, pre‑employment screening, which includes drug, alcohol, TB, and job‑related physical testing, as permitted by law.