Program Leader - Summer 2024

We are currently seeking committed and passionate Program Instructors to lead an active project club for our Sunset Beacon Summer Program. Program Instructors must be able to work with up to 20 youths during camp hours Monday through Friday. Have a commitment to and strong belief in BACR’s Mission, Organizational Values and Best Practices. Have an ability to maintain goals and priorities when dealing with varying challenges. Are flexible in working with people and groups of differing viewpoints. Possess a strong dedication to youth development. Have a sense of creativity and enthusiasm.

Benefits:

• Pay rate: $23-$25 an hour DOE

• Stepping stone into career in education, or running your own after school program class if welcomed back for the 2024 - 2025 academic school year

• Commitment to a 6 week program: June 6th 2022- July 24th 2024; Orientation TBD; no program on 6/19, 7/4 + 7/5
• Work Days/Hours: Program Hours: Monday - Friday 8:45am-5:15pm

Requirements:

• Must have an Associate Degree or higher, or 48 or more college units, or 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 a full academic school year required for the position
• Must have experience working with middle school youth and general knowledge base of core elementary and middle school subjects
• Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high degree of integrity
• Must be able to communicate openly in a professional manner with students, parents, community partners, and after-school and school day-staff
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must possess strong classroom and behavioral management skills

• If selected to be interviewed, you must bring the following items to your interview:
• Proof of TB test Clearance
• Proof of an Associate Degree or higher, or 48 or more college units, or pass the Instructional Aide exam
• Resume and completed Application Form
• Three professional references
• Bring a written lesson plan for an enrichment of your choice for a group of 20 middle school youth. This can range from a recreation enrichment, coding, Home econ, etc.
• In addition to this, provide and bring in another written lesson plan that pertains to either a math or reading/ language arts lesson plan.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and plan academic skill-building activities based on students' skill level and state educational standards
• Give and clearly explain instructions for the assignments given
• Write lesson plans, use learning targets and instructional strategies
• Create, plan, and facilitate engaging enrichment and physical activities for students
• Support students in developing the skills they need to be successful in school and life
• Promote a safe and positive classroom environment
• Actively supervise and ensure student safety at all times
• Model positive and proactive attitudes, behaviors, and language
• Communicate regularly with the coordinator to ensure consistency
• Communicate to parents about student progress and behavior
• Ensure that all school space and equipment is left clean and orderly
• Maintain appropriate, professional and kid-friendly speech, behavior and attire all times
• Maintain accurate attendance records and reporting procedures
• Meet deadlines with consistency
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and ongoing trainings

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

Visit our website at www.bacr.org.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.