Expanded Learning Mentor FT

Thewonderfulcompany; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

Free gym access

Job summary

Wonderful College Prep Academy in California is seeking an Assistant for an Expanded Learning program. You will collaborate with the program leaders to plan and implement engaging activities for a group of scholars, including enrichment clubs and field trips.

You will also help coordinate nutrition access and academic support while promoting positive behavior and strong student engagement. The role requires dependable attendance, safety supervision, and the ability to work with a diverse student

Qualifications

• Experience in expanded learning environments or after-school programs.
• Ability to communicate with students, families and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to fluently speak Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Expanded Learning Manager, Coordinator and Site Lead in planning and implementing activities.
• Plan and lead enrichment, physical education, and academic activities for groups of scholars.
• Record attendance and submit to the Site Lead daily.
• Supervise scholars and ensure safety at all times.
• Prepare and clean classrooms and spaces for program sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Bilingual Spanish

Classroom management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Assist the Expanded Learning Manager, Coordinator and Site Lead in developing, organizing, and implementing activities that promote the mission of the program.


• Work with team members to plan and lead focused activities to embed positive behavior.


• Plan and lead enrichments, physical education, academics to a group of 20 scholars.


• Enhance the quality of the program by encouraging student engagement through intentional planning of activities which include, but not limited to the following: enrichment clubs, field trips, academic support, nutrition access.


• Record student attendance and submit daily to the Program Site Lead no later than fifteen (15) minutes into the start of your session each day.


• Supervise and ensure the safety of scholars at all times.


• Responsible for daily set-up and clean-up of all materials used during the program. Ensure that classrooms and school space utilized during the program are clean and orderly.


• Ensures programs and activities adhere to current health and wellness protocols.


• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships and work effectively with management, other employees and people contacted through the course of work.


• Arrive to work at your scheduled time every day (including intersession days) and be prepared to work on your lesson plans during the daily prep time. *Schedule subject to change based on program needs.


• Coordinate structured play before, during and after school.


• Design and lead engaging enrichment lessons for kindergarten students in a structured environment.


• Foster creativity, social development, and foundational skills through age-appropriate activities.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay: $18.00/Hour

Work Schedule

• Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM


• Friday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year prior experience working in an expanded learning environment.


• Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, families, and staff of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)


• Reliable transportation and a valid CA driver's license.


• Ability to fluently speak Spanish, preferred.


• CPR & First Aid certified preferred.


• Strong communication skills, both oral and written


• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.


• Strong leadership skills in planning and implementing activities.


• Ability to successfully pass a background check (including fingerprints) upon official offer and acceptance of a position with WCPA.

Compensation

Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.

• Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee.


• Employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym.

Quality of Life in the Central Valley

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer.

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.