Part-Time Older Youth Leader & Mentor (Homework Help)

Think Together; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together in Los Angeles is seeking an Older Youth Leader (Part-Time). You will guide a class of about 20–25 students, model positive behavior, provide homework help, and run engaging activities using Think Together materials.

Requirements include 48 college semester hours or 60 quarter hours or a Bachelor's degree; fluent English; age 22 or older; six months' experience with groups of youth; and bi-literate English/Spanish preferred. This role stresses safety, collaboration, and commitment.

Qualifications

• 48 college semester or 60 college quarter units OR a Bachelor’s Degree are required.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public school setting.
• Minimum age of 22.
• At least six months experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment.
• Advanced Math and English skills (6 – 12 grade).
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal).
• Bi-literate (Spanish preferred) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of approximately 20-25 students in an instructional setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety.
• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity using provided curriculum and materials.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for older youth.
• Support older youth in making positive behavior choices and apply disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Engage older youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
• Provide active, hands-on, project-based instruction.
• Foster collaborative learning to build teamwork and accountability.
• Promote mastery and stretch learning beyond current experiences.
• Ensure safety by setup, break down, and site maintenance.
• Maintain communication with Site Facilitator/Manager and others as needed.
• Commit to a full-year program with punctuality and timecard completion.
• Participate in staff development activities.

Skills

Advanced Math

Advanced English

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Think Together in Los Angeles is seeking an Older Youth Leader (Part-Time). You will guide a class of about 20–25 students, model positive behavior, provide homework help, and run engaging activities using Think Together materials.

Requirements include 48 college semester hours or 60 quarter hours or a Bachelor's degree; fluent English; age 22 or older; six months' experience with groups of youth; and bi-literate English/Spanish preferred. This role stresses safety, collaboration, and commitment.