Part-Time Program Leader — After-School Mentor

Think Together; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together is seeking a part-time Program Leader to work in-person across California school sites with groups of 20-25 students, following the program's core agreements to support safe, respectful learning environments.

You will provide homework help, academic enrichment, and activities; maintain student safety, monitor attendance, and communicate with site staff and parents while participating in staff development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. 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.
• 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 (K–8)
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)
• Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred)

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.
• 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

Bi-literate Spanish

Advanced Math & English

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

48 semester/60 quarter units

Job description

Think Together is seeking a part-time Program Leader to work in-person across California school sites with groups of 20-25 students, following the program's core agreements to support safe, respectful learning environments.

You will provide homework help, academic enrichment, and activities; maintain student safety, monitor attendance, and communicate with site staff and parents while participating in staff development.