VAPA Program Facilitator

About the role

The After School VAPA Program Facilitator will lead structured, engaging activities in sports and visual and performing arts for K–8 students. They will manage group dynamics, support positive student behavior, and collaborate with school staff and fellow coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured, engaging activities in sports and visual and performing arts for K–8 students using Elevo’s curriculum.
• Manage group dynamics and support positive student behavior.
• Partner with school staff and fellow coaches to create a welcoming program environment.
• Show up consistently as a role model who helps students build confidence and social skills.

Requirements

• One year of experience working in a related field and/or at least 12 Child Development course units is required.
• A passing score on the high school proficiency exam is also required.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching, playing sports, working in education, or leading youth in any setting (e.g., camp counseling, youth programs, childcare).
• Lead by example as a confident, positive role model students want to follow.
• Bring energy and presence that holds a group of up to 20 students’ attention.
• Stay calm and empathetic when managing behavior or redirecting a tough moment.
• Build trust quickly with students, families, and school staff.
• Show up consistently as a role model who helps students build confidence and social skills.
• Run activities on time and adapt on the fly when plans shift.
• Collaborate with fellow coaches and school partners.
• Motivated by Elevo’s mission to support student well-being.

Skills

• Ability to constantly move about to accomplish tasks or move from one place to another frequently.
• Sitting or standing for long periods.
• Occasional running and other strenuous physical activity.
• Ability to move safely on irregular and/or uneven terrain on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Elevo offers growth opportunities for career track progression and ongoing professional development.

Pay

$25 per hour

Schedule

• Monday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm (3 - 5 hour shifts provided)
• Tuesday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm (3 - 5 hour shifts provided)
• Wednesday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm (3 - 5 hour shifts provided)
• Thursday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm (3 - 5 hour shifts provided)
• Friday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm (3 - 5 hour shifts provided)
• Saturday: No work

About Us

Elevo is on a mission to transform the well-being of students, so they look forward to coming to school. We partner with schools to support student well-being through programs rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL). Our curriculum promotes physical, mental, and academic growth for K–8 students.

Why Work With Elevo

• Coaches receive paid training and support to confidently lead engaging, skill-building activities.
• Join a mission-driven team transforming students’ lives and learning in your community.
• Offer growth opportunities for career track progression and ongoing professional development.

Additional Requirements

• Eligible to work in the U.S.; pass Live Scan Background check and TB screening.
• 18+ with high school diploma or GED.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to engage in the following activities with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Company Commitment

• Elevo is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

E-Verify Participation

Elevo participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.