After School Program: Lead Instructor (Oakland) at Bay Area… · Oakland

Job Description:

Benefits:

• Pay rate: $26 an hour DOE
• 30 Hours a week
• Up to 16 paid holidays per year (20 or more hours per week)
• Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice
• Employee assistance program, dental, vision, wellness program, life insurance, flexible spending account, transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses, 403b (Eligibility based on total weekly hours)

Qualifications:

• Must have an a) Associate Degree or higher, or (b) 48 or more college units, or c) pass the Instructional Aide exam
• Must pass a criminal background check and TB test clearance
• Must be able to work every day during after-school hours and commit to an academic school year calendar required for the position
• Must be able to communicate openly, professionally and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Must have basic technology & computer skills (Word, Email, Workvivo, Workday, Google drive, etc.)
• Will be expected to complete all mandated training (Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, SEL PQA etc.)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and be capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time

• Ability to communicate effectively in English with students and families

• Basic English reading proficiency to support students' academic development, enrichment offerings, and school day alignment.

Assists Program Instructors with the following Competencies: Safe & Supportive Environment:

• Promotes the Physical Health and Safety of students and peers by promptly addressing all incidents of intimidation and isolation between students in a culturally responsive manner
• Promotes Positive Emotional Climate - Creates opportunities for all students to share their voices and express themselves during activities, where they offer feedback and/or practice public speaking skills
• Promotes a Sense of Community-Assists in providing positive, specific feedback about participation, behavior, and accomplishments through a combination of approaches and activities
• Program Planning & Implementation/ Youth Development:
• Classroom Management- Assists in implementing behavioral management techniques to guide activity participation and models positive behavior and choices for the students
• Youth Engagement-Listens attentively and implements recommendations appropriately to include student input.
• Youth Skill Development and Positive Peer Interactions - Encourages participants to engage in meaningful group work and collaboration throughout lessons and activities; promotes positive peer interactions and a
• We work in the heart of our communities to foster generational change culture of learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

• Equity Practices-Creates and maintains an environment that actively promotes respect, equity, cultural diversity, and value for all
• Inclusion Accessibility- Actively encourages and ensures all participants can engage in activities regardless of English language fluency, their physical or developmental ability, and uses a variety of strategies to do so
• Culturally Responsive Practices- Utilizes culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and healing-centered approaches to child and youth development

Youth Voice & Leadership:

• Encourages participants to use their strengths and provide positive feedback
• Consistently creates opportunities for students to comfortably express their ideas, concerns, and/or opinions
• Creates age-appropriate opportunities for leadership and responsibility, and builds youth leadership and critical thinking skills

Additional Job Duties: (job duties include the following, but are not limited to)

• Must be able to work independently and or as part of a team
• Assist Program Instructors in supervising classrooms of 10-20 students and create engaging activities
• Assist in providing homework and academic support for program participants
• In the absence of Program Instructors responsible for creating, planning, and facilitating academic, enrichment, and physical skill-building activities based on students' skill level and state educational standards
• In the absence of Program Instructors, maintain accurate attendance records
• Report incidents in a timely manner (immediately to supervisor)
• Attend and actively participate/collaborate in all staff and agency training & meetings, & program events, and activities as needed

BACR is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity. Visit our website at www.bacr.org

About Us:

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

Visit our website at https://www.bacr.org.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.