After School Instructor, Expanded Learning

Pay: $19.46 - $29.19 / hour

Location:

Tustin, California

Employment type:

Other

• Req#: 54851

Job Location:  Robert P Heideman - Tustin, CA

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.46 - $29.19 Hourly

Job Shift: M - F 1:30pm - 6pm

Position Purpose:

After School Instructors may work with a group of up to 20 students from TK - 8th grade with daily tasks consisting of tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. Instructors must have high energy, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to maintain a fun and organized atmosphere. After School Instructors report to the Site Coordinator at their respective site.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards.
• Collaborates with Site Coordinator to create and implement all Catalyst ELO-P curriculum, rules, and procedures.
• Provides students with educational enrichment which may include positive youth development strategies, recreation and prevention activities.
• Works collaboratively with staff members at site.
• Tracks students' progress using programmatic protocol.
• Ensures the students receive consistent supervision and always provides a safe and supported environment.
• Tracks attendance daily.
• Fills out lesson planning form weekly.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism with students and families.
• Attends regular staff meetings.
• Supports and participates in family and site-based events.
• Supports other sites when needed or called upon if staffing constraints arise.
• Communicates regularly with the Site Coordinator regarding all aspects of the program.
• Undergoes and maintains all assigned health and safety, education, and HR trainings.
• Participates in professional development enrichment opportunities to enhance student learning.
• Promotes an inclusive environment of teamwork to ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is practiced/applied in department operations, programs, and services.

Education and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must meet school district requirements for a Paraprofessional.

• Experience: 6 or more months working with children preferred.

Decision Making:

• Specific projects and goals are assigned with some latitude for decision-making and setting of priorities.

Critical Thinking:

• Critical thinking involves the analysis of complex facts related to complex situations.

Interaction & Collaboration:

• This position works formally with other individuals and informally among several departments.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• More than 50% of daily assignments involve prolonged physical effort.

Other Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to solely manage a classroom of up to 20 students.
• College units in education, recreation, child development desired.
• Understanding of behavior management and effective disciplinary techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Flexible, team-oriented, child-focused, and wanting to make a difference in children's lives.
• Ability to meet state-specific requirements;
  Fingerprint LIVE SCAN, CPR/FA, Medical Certificate/TB test, Mandated Reporter training.

We Offer:

• Career Development and Training.
• Discounted Childcare.
• Paid Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time.
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits.
• 401K.
• Life Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Company Discounts.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Our licensed programs nurture children’s development and curiosity.