STARS K-5 Program Assistant

Gostars; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 20,502 - 29,200; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Pasadena seeks a part-time Program Assistant to support K-5 grade students and their families in the Afterschool Program. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe learning environment, implementing program activities, and communicating with families. The ideal candidate will have experience with children, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to the organization's mission. Flexible working hours include afternoon and occasional weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting supporting K-5 students.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Stars.
• High level of integrity and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining an enriching environment for students and families.
• Implement all activities of the Afterschool Program.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and community partners.

Skills

Experience working with K-5 grade students

Interpersonal and communication skills

Spanish-speaking skills

Proficiency in Google products

Job description

Scope

This position interacts with K-5 grade students and their families in the Afterschool Program at Stars.

Classification

This position is classified as hourly, part-time, non-exempt.

Compensation

$18.04

Hours

• Up to 23 hours per week.
• Must be available Monday – Thursday, 3pm-7pm.
• Occasional weekend events.
• Flexible administrative hours.
• Availability to work Summer Programs from 8:00am - 2:00pm.

Qualifications

• Experience working with K-5 grade students.
• A commitment to Stars’ mission, vision, and values.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Spanish-speaking skills desired.
• A high level of integrity, self-motivation, and desire for excellence.
• Proficiency in Google products.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. This position assists in maintaining a culture in which students, families, and volunteers:
   • Thrive academically, emotionally, economically, and spiritually.
   • Feel safe, cared for, supported, and appreciated.
   • Have opportunities to build relationships, deepen faith, and learn from one another.
   • Live life confidently in identity, purpose, and place in the world.
   • Practice a lifestyle of generosity with time, talents, and resources.
   • Analyze the environment and face adversity with resilience.
   • Understand the Afterschool program goals, expectations, and requirements.
   • Feel equipped and prepared for their role at Stars.
   • Engage in quality, enriching, age-appropriate activities and experiences.
   • Establish SMART goals and healthy expectations.
2. With the guidance and mentorship of the Program Manager, the Program Assistant is responsible for implementing all activities of the Afterschool Program:
   • Maintain a safe, welcoming, clean, learning environment.
   • Lead an efficient check‑in/check‑out process.
   • Collect, record, and update data and contact information.
   • Observe, monitor, and participate in all program components.
   • Demonstrate consistent enforcement of behavior guidance system.
   • Ensure age‑appropriate supplies are ordered and available.
   • Update student folders, attendance, and academic progress.
   • Send weekly communication updates via email, text, phone, social media, etc.
   • Be familiar with best practices for pre‑teen youth development.
   • Be familiar with grade‑specific performance indicators for grades 4‑5.
   • Help coordinate transportation to and from program when needed.
   • Perform other related duties as necessary.
3. The Program Assistant will collaborate with:
   • Program Manager for planning, implementation strategies, and mentoring.
   • Afterschool program’s families for relationship building and partnership.
   • Stars’ staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, and community partners for support.
   • Pasadena Unified School District for support.
   • Committee members and event organizers for support.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to work around students including sitting, standing, running, kneeling and climbing stairs for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to see and respond quickly to situations and alerts.
• Must be able to work in loud environments.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25 pounds occasionally.
• Work at a computer, requiring the ability to send and receive information with necessary optical, auditory, and manual dexterity.
• Use a keyboard and mouse to enter, retrieve or transfer words or data information and/or move from screen to screen on the computer to view information.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comprehend and speak English.
• Display the reading skills necessary to proofread written material.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.