After School Instructor

After School Instructor – Catalyst Family

After School Instructors may work with a group of up to 20 students from TK–8th grade. Daily tasks include tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. Instructors must have high energy, excellent organizational and communication skills, and be able to maintain a fun and organized atmosphere. They also ensure seamless integration of Catalyst programs with school day activities by sharing classroom spaces with district staff.

After School Instructors report to the Site Coordinator at their respective site.

• Provide tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards.
• Collaborate with the Site Coordinator to create and implement the Catalyst Expand Ed Learning (ExL) curriculum, rules, and procedures, including new curriculum that may be introduced during the school year.
• Provide students with educational enrichment, including positive youth development strategies, recreation and prevention activities, and teach youth positive life skills.
• Work collaboratively with staff members at the site, both internally (Catalyst peers and Catalyst Kids, where applicable) and externally (district staff and teachers).
• Track students’ progress using programmatic protocol.
• Ensure consistent supervision, always providing a safe and supported environment.
• Maintain a safe environment and promptly complete safety documentation, including injury reports and license‑exempt UIRs.
• Track attendance daily, including After School Enrichment & Safety (ASES) requirements where applicable.
• Fill out lesson‑planning form weekly.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism with students and families.
• Relay feedback from students and parents to the Site Coordinator, contributing to continuous improvement of the program.
• Attend regular staff meetings and district meetings.
• Support and participate in family and site‑based events.
• Support other sites when needed or called upon if staffing constraints arise.
• Communicate regularly with the Site Coordinator regarding all aspects of the program at the designated site.
• Apply approved behavior‑management techniques to support children with challenging behaviors, ensuring a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
• Undergo and maintain all assigned health and safety, education, and HR trainings, including trainings required by the district.
• Participate in professional development enrichment opportunities to enhance student learning.
• Prepare and adapt classroom settings, including carrying and arranging furniture (up to 25 lb) and educational materials, to accommodate mobile classroom needs.
• Promote an inclusive environment of teamwork to ensure DEI is practiced in department operations, programs, and services.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet district requirements which may vary by location (e.g., passing an exam, paraprofessional certification).
• College units in education, recreation, child development desired.

Experience

• Preferred: 6+ months’ experience working with children.

• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to manage a classroom of up to 20 students, ranging from TK to 8th grade.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to express ideas clearly, manage sensitive situations with discretion, and foster open communication.
• Understanding of behavior management and effective strategies for guiding student behavior.
• Highly organized with exceptional interpersonal and partnering relationship skills.
• Enthusiastic, highly motivated, proven leadership and team‑building skills.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Flexible, child‑focused, and wanting to make a difference in children’s lives.
• Ability to meet state and district‑specific requirements; fingerprint live scan, CPR/First Aid certification, medical certificate/TB test, mandated reporter training, food handlers permit (where applicable).

Shift Type: Part Time

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.;
Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Vision Benefits
• 401(k) plan and Employee Assistance Program
• Personal Health Advocate
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discounted childcare (for staff working 25 hours or more per week)
• Access to the Calm App
• Employee discounts (tickets at work, etc.)
• Ongoing professional growth through trainings and advisory

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace.

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