Substitute Program Leader

Substitute Program Leader
Status: Part-Time

Substitute Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students, student to staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. This is a part time, in-person position in districts and school site locations throughout California. Substitute Program Leaders act as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. Substitute Program Leaders must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach. A 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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
• 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 activities.

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 at 5 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.
• 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.