Before School Program Leader

About the Role

• Part-Time, In-person position in districts and school site locations throughout California.
• Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students.
• Student to staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines.
• Acts as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor.
• Requires a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for students.
• Ability to establish authority and connections through leadership, communication, and patience is required.
• Requires hard work, flexibility, and commitment to help students reach their potential.
• Pay Rate: $24/hour
• Location: Fremont, CA
• Sign-On Bonus: $500 for Fremont Program Leaders who start by November 10th, 2026 - $250 paid out after 45 days of employment & $250 paid out after 90 days of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Be respectful.
• Be responsible.
• Have fun.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for children through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• 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.
• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using provided curriculum and materials.
• 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 site clean and orderly.
• Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-in/sign-outs for student activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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 English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred).