After School Program Manager

About The Education Fund

Are you looking to make a difference? Join our team! The Education Fund is dedicated to building a just society by educating the heart and mind of students through culturally responsive, diverse products and services in under-resourced communities. The Education Fund aims to build an educational enterprise that will impact one million students by 2028. Through our programs, a newfound pride, confidence and well-rounded preparation for participating students will create future leaders, giving true meaning to the phrase “ordinary people doing extraordinary things”.

“Once social change begins it cannot be reversed. You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore.” - Cesar Chavez

The Cesar Chavez Foundation is seeking a part-time after school lead teacher to support implementation of our after-school programs in Orange County, CA, starting in February 2026. Through our various after-school programs, we develop students’ art, language, mathematics and reading/writing skills as well as their leadership and confidence. We are seeking an after-school lead teacher with a deep commitment to creating opportunities for underserved youth and an excitement around supporting other adult educators.

This position includes 1 day on site teaching youth after school, and other hours with a flexible schedule and location, coordinating program set-up and implementation.

15 hours/week, 3-4 hours traveling to sites for visits and remaining hours flexible

Overseeing Programs:

• Manages the set-up and implementation of a growing CCF in-person programs in Orange County, towards excellent, equity-focused results
• Builds relationships with partners and program participants, communicating adeptly with a variety of stakeholders from senior leaders at districts and organizations to families and children
• Oversees recruitment of students for educational programs
• Oversees program implementation, including working with partner organizations and observing and managing part-time/external program staff towards desired results
• Uses data to progress monitor and adjust course, as necessary, to ensure programmatic goals are met
• Travels (1-2x weekly) to support program implementation and teaches at 1 site/week
• Maintains records and files for all educational programs and ensures compliance with all program regulations

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience leading students in grades Kindergarten – 8th grade with strong results
• Experience delivering standard-aligned curriculum
• Experience making timely curriculum adjustments to meet student and program needs
• Experience utilizing effective classroom management and engagement strategies
• Experience giving just in time (JIT) feedback
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc.)
• In progress or completed California Multiple/Single Subject or Substitute teaching credential is preferred

• Ability to learn quickly and model strong instructional practices
• Ability to use judgment to change course on the spot, adjusting lesson plans to reach desired outcomes
• Exemplary organization, planning and detail-orientation
• Open to feedback
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building
• Strong and energetic communicator with both students and adults
• Applicants must be available to fill in for teachers during afternoon hours (2:15-5:45pm) if needed
• Personifies the social justice ideals espoused by Cesar Chavez and embodies the Si Se Puede! attitude
• Must complete FBI/DOJ livescan in California
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Orange County, CA (In Person)

Hourly rate; $35-$45 depending upon experience

15 Hours per week

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to the online application system.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.