Early Childhood (TK/K) Instructor

Mission:  

Safe Passages disrupts the cycle of poverty by engaging youth and families to build and drive a continuum of services that supports student success and community development. 

We envision a community where all young people have the opportunity to realize their full potential. Safe Passages’ work is based on the premises that access to educational opportunity, health services, and family support, should not be dictated by race or socio-economic status, and when young people have the health and support, they need, they are better prepared and equipped to not only learn, but to succeed. 

Safe Passages’ After School Program provides quality enrichment support services to children and youth through a strong youth development framework. Safe Passages is a provider of the delivery of school based Before and After School Programs within OUSD schools. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

The in-person Expanded Learning TK/K Instructor will be part of a team dedicated to providing high quality academic intervention as well as robust enrichment activities to transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten (K) students during after school hours. The instructor will facilitate activities for students in a structured and supportive environment while providing a positive and inclusive experience for all. Along with Safe Passages' Extended Learning team, the Expanded Learning TK/K Intstructor will align with and carry out the vision and culture of the school's Principal and other site leadership.  This  position will report to the Extended Learning Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities   

• Build and maintain a safe and supportive environment that is positive and inclusive of all students. 
• Implement OUSD’s strategies to achieve a Caring School Community. 
• Direct and manage age-appropriate sports, games, and other recreation activities. Set up games and invite kids to play! Join student games and lead by example to promote safe, supportive, and fun environment. 
• Focus on social emotional learning (SEL) competencies at the center of engagement, fortifying positive student behavior, acting as a guardian of students' safety, and implementing Restorative Justice problem solving circles as needed. 
• Communicate with teachers, administration, and families about students’ socio-emotional wellbeing. 
• Implement classroom agendas/curriculum as assigned by Extended Learning leadership.
  • Work with teachers and administration to prevent conflicts, solve problems, and provide a safe, engaging environment for all students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Key Responsibilities: 

• Maintain consistent communication between Extended Learning Program Coordinator, Extended Learning team, school administration, teachers, and families.
• Collect and maintain clear and adequate records including schedules, calendars, and timesheets.
• Attend and participate in regular trainings provided by both Safe Passages and OUSD.
• Attend scheduled SSTs, IEPs, conferences as needed, and participate in ongoing school culture and climate meetings.

Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated children and youth instructions and facilitation experience (volunteer/paid) working in an urban K-12 environment.
• Ability to work with children, youth, families, and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities.
• Must be dedicated and able to commit to the entire school year. No exceptions.
• Must have a High School Diploma.
• Clearance of TB test, full COVID-19 vaccine, and background (fingerprint) check.
• Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
• High level of cultural competency.
• Classroom management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement weekly lesson plans.
• Strong Communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working on a team.
• Experience using Microsoft Offices and Google Suites.
• Quarterly professional development will be provided.

Education Requirement:

All candidates must be able to satisfy this requirement in one of 3 ways: 

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university; OR
• At least 48 semester units from an accredited college or community college; OR
• A passing grade of 70% or more on the Instructional Aid (IA) Exam (NOTE: New hires may have up to 2 months after hire date to complete this requirement).

Employment Classification: This is a part-time hourly position. The position does not include medical, dental or vision benefits. 

Work Schedule: 20-25 hours per week, M-F; based on OUSD academic calendar (holidays and teacher professional developments). Must be available all days of the week. 

Start Date and End Date: Monday, July 24, 2023 - Thursday, May 24, 2024

Compensation: $23-24 per hour/paid bi-weekly depending on education, experience and references.