KIPP - After School Program Instructor (Part-Time) - East Palo Alto/Redwood City

Position Summary  

The After School Teacher/Instructor will work directly with a group of students providing homework assistance academic support and enrichment activities after school on site at KIPP Excelencia Community Prep. Program leaders ability to establish authority through leadership communication and most importantly patience is essential to success. Must be able to commit to working throughout the entire school year.  

Reports to: Extended Learning Opportunity Program Director.
   

Qualifications  

Experience:  

• A minimum of 1-2 years work experience in a youth development organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people or equivalent experience.  

Education/certifications:  

 Title I paraprofessionals whose duties include instructional support must have:

• High School diploma 

Plus ONE of the following: 

• A.A. degree
• B.A. degree (or minimum 48 units in process)
• Pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment (passing score 460)
• Passing CBEST Exams

Knowledge/skills required:  

• Strong communication skills both oral and written.  

• Ability to deal effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds including discipline problems.  

• Demonstrated ability working with young people parents and community leaders.  

• Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom Hangout Docs Sheets Slides etc.)  

• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern Californias mission and values  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities  

• Implement after school activities within assigned core program areas including academic assistance homework club fitness/recreation arts and enrichment activities.  

• Assist in documenting program schedules lesson plans curriculum youth participation and outcomes  

• Use positive behavior and classroom management techniques with children.  

• Accurately track student attendance (sign-in/sign-out sheets) on a daily basis  

• Assist with after school program registration customer service and community outreach  

• Maintain high standards of health and safety to ensure the safety of students staff members and others.  

• Participate in all after school activities including preparation set-up take-down and clean-up to ensure facility cleanliness.  

• Communicate and work effectively with students staff parents school personnel and community partners.  

Physical: Ability to navigate school and classroom settings. Ability to access and utilize technology.  Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-35 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively which may include frequent kneeling walking pushing/pulling squatting twisting turning bending stooping and reaching overhead  

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives work with interruptions concentrate for long periods of time read calculate perform routine math problems memorize and recall objects and people.   

Environmental: School and in-person classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPPs health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC CDE and public health agencies recommendations.  

Classification and Schedule  

Part time non-exempt school based position on school calendar.  Approximately 12-15 hours/week M-F 2:00PM- 6:00PM.  

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California  

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities we create joyful academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege career and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.  

Our student community consists of over 7000 elementary middle and high school students in East Palo Alto Oakland San Francisco San Lorenzo San Jose and Redwood City and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch 23% are multilingual learners and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students diversity.  

Compensation  

We are dedicated to you and your familys well-being! KIPP offers a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and transportation benefits. The starting pay for this role is between $20.92 - $24.84 / hour based on experience. 

How to Apply  

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.  

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Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time