Sports Program Leader

Program Leader

Part‑time; $20/hour.

Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students in in‑person settings across California. They serve as positive adult role models, coach and mentor students, and establish a safe and nurturing environment to support growth and development.

• Lead a student group in-person, 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 through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters belonging.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and apply disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Identify student needs and communicate them to the Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration, and parents.
• Participate in staff development.

• Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activity using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• 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 school or community site clean and orderly.
• Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign‑in/sign‑outs for student activities.

• 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 of experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, after school, or recreation environment.
• Advanced Math and English skills (K‑8).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Support English‑learner population; bilingual Spanish preferred.

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.