What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Leader position at THINK Together - Santa Ana?
Job Title: Program Leader
Status: Part-Time
Status: Part-Time
Pay Rate: $20/hour
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. 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. A 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:
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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. o Be respectful. o Be responsible. o 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
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 & 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.
- Advanced Math and English skills (K–8)
- Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)
- Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred)
About THINK Together - Santa Ana:
Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids. Think Together delivers nationally-recognized expanded learning programs and school improvement, offered through affiliate partner Orenda Education. We want a community where all kids get a great education that prepares them for college and career.
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