Afterschool Instructor

About the role

The Afterschool Instructor position at East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) is responsible for providing academic and enrichment programming to students in grades TK-5. This role works closely with the Program Coordinator and collaborates with other staff members to ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop project-based lessons aligned with the program and/or school-day goals taking student input into consideration.
• Complete and submit weekly lesson plans to the Program Coordinator.
• Assess and communicate with parents about student academic and behavior progress, which may include virtual, in-person, telephone and/or written communication.
• Be prepared for class every day and use instructional time effectively. 1 hour prep/day.
• Participate in all program staff meetings and trainings which may include virtual meetings.
• Lead enrichment and/or academic lessons to a group of 10-20 students either in-person or virtually.
• Engage students in fun and exciting projects. Provide homework assistance and/or academic skill building.
• Maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for students to learn (including virtual safety).
• Understand and demonstrate effective classroom management with an effective, articulated discipline and reward system that includes agreements that are clear and posted.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies and resources in order to engage all students and their diverse needs (including age-appropriateness and purpose).
• Shared responsibility for program set up, snack/recess/bathroom supervision, classroom clean up, taking attendance, general announcements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competency Factors

• Completion of 48 college semester units or successful completion of the Instructional Aid (IA) exam required.
• California Drivers License and reliable transportation.
• Clear TB test (within 1 year) and FBI/DOJ background check required.
• At least two years of teaching (gardening, art, recreation or other enrichment activities) or academic tutoring experience preferred - experience teaching virtually a plus.
• Experience in working with elementary age students, specifically those from diverse, multi-lingual populations.
• Strong classroom management and conflict resolution skills - restorative practices a plus.
• Excellent oral, computer & written communication skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to work as a team player; excellent time management and interpersonal skills; flexible; ability to listen and respond effectively; and ability to work in a fast-paced school environment.
• Experience with distance learning methods and platforms (Zoom, Google Classrooms, video creation/editing etc.) preferred.
• Comfort with facilitating teaching via in-person and virtually.
• Spanish speaking preferred but not required.

Benefits Information

• Paid time off package including up to 15 paid Holidays a year, generous vacation accruals for eligible employees; and an outstandingly comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. Full time employee only coverage is free of charge for certain Medical and Dental coverages.
• Mental Health Care supports and services.
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture benefits included in Medical plans.
• Employer paid Basic Term Life/AD&D insurance; employee paid voluntary life insurance and AD&D (for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect).
• Accident, Critical illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage ( for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect ).
• Tax deferred FSA (flexible spending account) for Health Care and/or Child Care; commuter benefits for Transit and/or Parking expenses.
• 403b retirement program with an up to 4% Employer dollar to dollar Match after 1 year of employment.
• Prepaid Legal Consultation and Identity Theft Protection insurance.
• Pet Insurance to care for the four-legged family member(s).
• ScholarShare 529 Savings Plan for higher education expenses for the beneficiary includes employee, child or another family member, etc.