Expanded Learning Instructor

KIPP SoCal Public Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $21/hour

Job summary

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is seeking an Expanded Learning Program Instructor to lead before/after school and summer activities, focusing on academic, social-emotional, and physical development. The role requires engaging, hands-on instruction and collaboration with teachers to support student growth.

The position is part-time with a 22–24 hour weekly commitment, including specific after-school shifts and potential summer programming, with a starting wage of $21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School diploma (KIPP assessment required prior to interview).
• AA degree or two years of coursework at a four-year college preferred.
• Experience with groups of elementary or middle school students in academic or recreational settings preferred.
• Ability to lead groups of students with safety as a priority.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance, intervention support, and recreational programming within small groups and in whole-class settings.
• Develop, create and implement academic, recreational, and enrichment activities.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and orderly operation.
• Support and aid classroom teachers as assigned.
• Assist with event planning.
• Maintain daily attendance records.
• Enter attendance data into the data management system.
• Report on student progress and behavior.
• Attend weekly or monthly school meetings and trainings.

Skills

Recreational Sports

Multimedia

Art

Dance

Cheer

Visual arts

Theater

Robotics

Yearbook

School newspaper

Group leadership

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Leading activities

Education

High School diploma

AA degree

Two years college coursework

Job description

The Opportunity

• KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs before school, after school, in summer school or through intersession learning opportunities. Expanded Learning Program Instructors focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of KIPP SoCal students through hands‑on, engaging learning experiences.
• We are especially looking for Instructors who love and can lead:
  • Recreational Sports
  • Multimedia (photography, video editing/directing)
  • Art (painting, drawing, DIY)
  • Dance and/or Cheer
  • Visual/performing arts/theater
  • Robotics
  • Yearbook, school newspaper

Direct Service

• Provide academic assistance, intervention support, and recreational programming within small student groups and in whole‑class settings.
• Develop, create and implement academic, recreational, and enrichment activities.
• Supervise assigned students to ensure that students are safe and the program operates in an organized and effective manner.
• Support and aid classroom teachers as assigned.
• Assist with event planning.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Maintain daily attendance records.
• Enter accurate and timely attendance data into the data management system.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of all relevant data including early release forms, evaluations from students, and progress data as requested.
• Report on student progress and behavior.

Training

• Attend weekly or monthly school‑based staff meetings/training.
• Participate in training offered by school site and regional office.
• Attend all additional required meetings.

Time Commitment

• This role is a year‑round position, with approximately 22–24 work hours per week and hours increasing during the summer.
• Must be able to commit to a regular shift during the instructional year (Aug–June) from:
• Mondays: 12:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday – Thursdays: 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Fridays: 1:45 to 6:30 p.m.
• Available for Summer Program, Possible weekend and intersessional program.

The Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement: High School diploma (KIPP assessment required prior to interview).
• AA degree or at least two years of coursework at a four‑year college preferred.
• Prior experience working with groups of elementary or middle school students in an academic or recreational setting strongly preferred.
• Ability to lead groups of students in activities while placing a high priority on safety.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, parents, and students.

Compensation & Perks

• Starting hourly rate of $21 per hour.

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.