Substitute Program Leader

Think Together; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together is seeking a Part-Time Substitute Program Leader in California to support in-person learning at multiple sites. You will lead a group of students, model positive behavior, and maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment aligned with Think Together’s core agreements.

You’ll provide homework help, enrichment activities, and coordinate with Site Program Manager, teachers, and parents as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• District-specific units or pass a pre-employment test.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English in a public-school setting.
• Live Scan background check required.
• Negative TB test within the last 3 years.
• At least six months experience with 10+ students in a group.
• Available 5 days a week (Mon-Fri).
• Hours roughly 12:00 PM–6:00 PM; may vary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Bi-literate in Spanish preferred for English learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of students in-person with high behavior and safety standards.
• Create an engaging environment fostering belonging.
• Support students in positive behavior choices and discipline when needed.
• Identify student needs and communicate with Site Program Manager, teachers, and parents.
• Participate in staff development.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Bi-literate (Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester/60 quarter units

Pre-employment test

Job description

Overview

Substitute Program LeaderPart-Time

$20.50/hour

Substitute Program Leaders may work at different sites throughout the region and receive their assignments based on their availability. Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students, student to staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. Substitute Program Leaders act as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. Program Leaders must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach. Substitute Program Leader’s ability to establish authority and connections through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience, will be required in giving our students the stability and nurturing atmosphere they need to succeed. Ensuring that Think Together students reach their potential takes a tremendous amount of hard work, flexibility, and commitment.

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
• 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.

In Person Learning:

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.
• Must be available 5 days a week (Monday-Friday)
• Program start and end times are roughly between 12:00 PM- 6:00 PM. Times may vary due to minimum day schedules at school sites.
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)
• Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred)

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Arrives punctually in order to meet responsibilities for site start up and assignments.
• Must have the ability to utilize various digital learning platforms.
• Maintains close communication with Site Program Manager regarding planned or emergency absences.
• Maintains highest degree of confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
• Complies with organization and site policies and follows procedures.

Think Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), 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.