After School Program: Lead Instructor (Oakland)

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.

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.
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