In-Person Program Leader — Empower Youth (Part-Time)

Think Together; Cathedral City (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together in California seeks a Part-Time Program Leader to work in classrooms, guiding 20–25 students with a strong safety and behavior framework. You will provide homework help, academic enrichment, and activities using district-provided curriculum, serving as a positive adult role model in an in-person setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, district-specific unit requirements or testing, and clear English communications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• District-specific 48 semester/60 quarter units and/or pass a pre-employment test.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
• Provide negative TB Test dated within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of students in an in-person setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety by implementing the Think Together four core agreements: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, Have fun.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Identify student needs and communicate to Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration and parents, as appropriate.
• Participate in staff development.
• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• Work directly with a group of 20-25 students in a classroom setting, implementing classroom and behavior management strategies.
• Assist daily with snack preparation, serving and clean up.
• Assist in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance to keep the school or community site clean and orderly.
• Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-in/sign-outs for students activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Bi-literate (Spanish preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

District-specific units or pre-employment test

Job description

Think Together in California seeks a Part-Time Program Leader to work in classrooms, guiding 20–25 students with a strong safety and behavior framework. You will provide homework help, academic enrichment, and activities using district-provided curriculum, serving as a positive adult role model in an in-person setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, district-specific unit requirements or testing, and clear English communications.