FMG Afterschool Teacher

Southeast Ventura County YMCA; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southeast Ventura County YMCA in Simi Valley is seeking a credentialed elementary school teacher to develop and implement a summer learning program for students in TK-6th grade. This role includes delivering engaging lessons and collaborating with an Instructional Coach to ensure academic and social development.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding communication skills, a commitment to teamwork, and a passion for helping under-resourced communities achieve academic success.

Qualifications

• Credentialed elementary school teacher.
• Proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a summer learning program for students.
• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons.
• Monitor scholars’ educational and social progress.

Skills

Proficiency in elementary math and literacy

Ability to build relationships

Outstanding verbal and written skills

Leadership ability

Organizational and communication skills

Commitment to teamwork

Education

Credentialed elementary school teacher

Job description

Position Summary

This position will develop and implement a summer learning program for a specified group of students in TK-6th Grade. Along with the Instructional Coach, the role will also develop collaborative co‑teaching strategies, utilize data‑driven and differentiated techniques, deliver lessons with high quality and rigorous curriculum, implement positive discipline strategies, engage in best practices to support achievement in under‑resourced communities, and build relationships with scholars, teaching staff, camp counselors and families.

Essential Functions

• Implement collaborative teaching strategies for a cluster of scholars.
• Deliver relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons.
• Ensure the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program.
• Serve as a role model for the school site and community.
• Work with an Instructional Coach and Site Director to identify scholar needs and develop instructional plans and practices to best support scholars.
• Monitor scholars’ educational and social progress and make necessary recommendations for adjustments.
• Implement classroom and behavior management consistently to develop a safe and productive learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Credentialed elementary school teacher.
• Academic skills – proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with elementary scholars and their families in under‑resourced communities.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and technological (computer/internet) skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Committed to the goals of the program and approach.
• Love and respect for children.
• Evidence of efficacy and willingness to be a team player.
• Belief and commitment to the Y’s mission and values.
• Criminal records clearance.