Substitute Program Leader

Think Together; Bloomington (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

Think Together is seeking a Substitute Program Leader to work part-time across various sites in California. The role involves providing academic support and creating a nurturing environment for students.

Ideal candidates will inspire young learners, possess leadership skills, and be available at least three days a week between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Responsibilities also include ensuring student safety and engagement according to provided curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children and the ability to inspire and motivate.
• Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate in a public school setting.
• Must be available at least 3 days a week (Monday-Friday).

Responsibilities

• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patience

Inspiring and motivating young children

Education

High School diploma or GED

48 college semester or 60 college quarter units

Job description

Position

Substitute Program Leader — Part-Time | Pay Rate $20/hour

Overview

Substitute Program Leaders may work at different sites throughout the region and receive assignments based on availability. They work directly with a group of students, acting as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. They must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach.

Leadership, communication, and patience are required to establish authority and provide students with stability and a nurturing atmosphere. Think Together aims to help students reach their potential through hard work, flexibility, and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity, using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• 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.
• Engage children and youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
• Ensure student safety by assisting in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance to keep the site clean and orderly.
• Promote positive interactions between volunteers and students in accordance with child safety guidelines.
• Maintain student safety by taking attendance and reviewing sign-in/sign-outs for students and volunteers.
• Identify student needs and communicate to Site Coordinator, teachers, school administration, parents, and volunteers as appropriate.
• Commit to a full-year program, demonstrated by arriving on time every day and completing time cards appropriately.
• Participate in staff development activities.

Requirements

• Experience working with young children and the ability to inspire and motivate.
• Proof of graduation from High School or GED required.
• Additionally, 48 college semester or 60 college quarter units required, and/or by passing an Instructional Aide Test (in some districts).
• Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate in a public school setting.
• Must be available at least 3 days a week (Monday-Friday).
• Program start and end times are roughly between 1:00 PM–6:00 PM. Times may vary due to minimum day schedules at school sites.

Background Checks/Testing

• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
• Provide a clear TB test.
• Pass Advanced Math and English skills (K–8) testing.

Equal Opportunity

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age (40 and over), medical condition, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.