ELP Group Leader

Mount Vernon Elementary; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Vernon Elementary in Lemon Grove, California is seeking an ELP Group Leader to support students in an expanded learning program. The role works with the ELP Site Leader and administrator to reinforce academics and provide enrichment activities before and after school.

You will prepare materials, supervise groups, monitor attendance, assist with homework, and help maintain a safe, orderly environment for students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with school aged students preferred in a school setting.
• Ability to use basic computer programs and manage attendance data.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during scheduled time and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Prepare materials and supplies for daily program activities.
• Monitor groups of students to prevent conflicts and ensure safety.
• Assist with coordinating age-appropriate academic and enrichment activities.
• Lead groups in indoor and outdoor activities including STEM and arts.
• Assist with homework and explain concepts as needed.
• Maintain attendance records and program schedules.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paid or volunteer experience with school aged students preferably in school setting

Tools

2-way radio

Computer skills

Job description

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ELP Group Leader

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900627

Application Deadline: Sep 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ELP GROUP LEADER

One(1) Positions Available

Schedule:M-F 6:15am - 8:15am and 12:15pm-6:15pm

Location(s):Mount Vernon Elementary

Expanded Learning Program (ELP) Group Leader

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervised by the designated ELP administrator, has direct contact with students, grade level teachers, school staff and parents. In coordination with the ELP Site Leader, ELP administrator or other staff; work with individual and groups of students, reinforcing academics, in a learning environment; perform clerical duties; provide a variety of enrichment activities in an expanded day setting in support of the goals and objectives of the expanded learning program (ELP). The ELP Group Leader supports the equity work of the district through the implementation of the Expanded Learning Program that is designed to increase access to educational and enrichment services to students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise students during scheduled time and provide a safe and positive learning environment
• Prepare materials and supplies for daily program activities
• Monitor groups of students in assigned areas proactively to prevent conflicts or concerns from developing in a timely manner to appropriately prevent harm to the student population.
• Assist with the coordination and planning of age appropriate academic and enrichment activities; presents and/or reinforces learning concepts
• Lead and supervise groups of students in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including games, art, Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM), performing arts, health & wellness and other related activities
• Assist students with homework assignments. Explain questions and enhance understanding of homework as needed
• Maintain records with appropriate accounting programs, weekly scheduled activities and requested materials
• Assist with scheduling, maintain accurate records of student participation and attendance utilizing appropriate accounting programs in coordination with the ELP team
• Monitor students’ arrival and departure to the expanded learning program and implement the policies on checking on absent students
• Ensure that school rules are followed and student behavior toward staff and other students is appropriate
• Reinforce positive behaviors and communicate inappropriate behaviors to Site Leader
• Follow assigned area of supervision of students, as provided by ELP Site Leader, ELP administrator or other school staff
• Monitor restrooms and other facilities to ensure rules of the school are being followed by students using these areas
• Monitor children daily at the end of the program until all children have been picked up by parents
• Treat all students in an equitable, impartial, professional and respectful manner
• Communicate daily with ELP Site Leader about student supervision concerns or safety concerns
• Maintain a neat, clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary classroom and play environment by cleaning up after activities, as needed; prepare classrooms and program spaces for custodial staff cleaning
• Use available work time to ensure student referrals are made to the ELP Site Leader and that supervision areas are clean and organized for next activity
• Monitor assigned supervision areas for safety concerns that should be immediately corrected and reported to appropriate school staff
• Administer basic first aid and CPR as necessary.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Organize and distribute nutritious snacks
• Attends meetings as assigned to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
• Performs other functions, duties and tasks related to this class as assigned (e.g., District-required training).

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic child development principles and practices
• School rules and regulations
• Supervision methods in school settings
• School procedures for student discipline
• Safety hazards for students and staff
• School emergency procedures during supervision
• Procedures for approaching unknown person on school campus
• Methods for resolving student conflicts
• Procedures for reporting and assessing student injuries
• Behavior management & motivation techniques
• Correct English usage grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Oral and written communication skills
• Basic Math skills

ABILITY TO:

• Work with a diverse populations of individuals
• Communicate in a calm, neutral and non-confrontational manner
• Act quickly with professional judgment
• Enforce school rules and regulations
• Deescalate student conflicts
• Monitor student behavior
• Intervene proactively with students and de-escalate student conflicts
• Problem solve student issues
• Work with groups of students
• Demonstrate respect, acceptance and fairness in work with students
• Operate a computer and assigned software and operate a 2-way radio to receive and send communication
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Accept direction and follow instructions
• Work in a positive and collaborative manner with students, staff and public
• Identify and report safety concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, professional and positive learning environment
• Maintain Confidentiality

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Paid or volunteer experience with school aged students preferably in school setting (e.g., youth engagement, youth development)

LICENSES AND OTHER CERTIFICATES:

• District pre-employment test or completion of 48 college semester units
• District post-offer physical examination and drug screening
• Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice
• Tuberculin skin test before employment and every four years thereafter or a chest x-ray
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor classroom and outdoor settings
• Seasonal heat, cold and adverse weather conditions
• All areas of school campus including fields, cafeterias, auditoriums, hallways, classrooms, restrooms and offices

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

With or without reasonable accommodations

• Prolonged standing and walking for extended periods of time, often on uneven ground
• Hearing and seeing within a normal range
• Dexterity of hands and fingers
• Bending at waist, kneeling or crouching to move objects
• Intervening physically to stop conflicts between angry or emotionally upset students
• Regularly lift items up to 20 pounds and or move items up to 35 pounds

BOARD APPROVED: January 10, 2023

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.32 to $25.90 Per Hour