After School Program - Specialty Staff (Temporary Employee Pool)

About the role

The University of the Pacific, Harold S. Jacoby Center partners with Stockton Unified School District to provide after school program services to elementary students enrolled in the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP). We are seeking candidates who enjoy working with elementary students and have a passion for science and/or the arts.

Responsibilities

• Actively guide, teach and lead a group of 15-20 elementary students in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) activities.
• Maintain and ensure a safe environment for all students.
• Plan, create, implement and submit lesson plans that primarily focus on science or art.
• Establish and enforce rules, routines and expectations with group of students.
• Communicate effectively.
• Role model and mentor elementary student.
• Exhibits positive and enthusiastic energy while working with children.
• Adhere to dress code and policy procedures.
• Reviews and submits timesheets in accordance with the due dates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Able to clear Fingerprint Clearance.
• Available during program hours.
• Science or Art concentration.
• Experience in Coding or Theatre/Drama.
• Basic Behavioral Management experience.
• One (1) or more year in experience working with elementary students.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with others.
• Ability to work independent.
• Science or Art experience.
• Ability to engage students in activities.
• Creativity or Coding skills.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forty-eight (48) completed college units or Paraprofessional Certificate or a Paraprofessional Proficiency Passing Test Letter.

Skills

• Positive and enthusiastic energy.
• Effective communication.
• Behavioral management.
• Engaging with students.
• Working independently.
• Working with others.
• Clearance to work with minors.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$20-23 per hour; We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Schedule

This is a temporary casual position. Work is performed during after school program hours. This is normally Mondays-to-Fridays, however some Saturdays may be included. The work days assigned will align with the academic school calendar.