Educational Support Specialist - Santa Rita

Job Overview

Company: Right At School, a leading for‑profit education enrichment company offering children before and after‑school programs nationwide.

Compensation: $29 - $33.5 per hour (based on prior experience, education, and credentials).

Work Model: Part‑Time On‑Site (30 hours per week).

FLSA Status: Hourly, non‑exempt.

Number Supervised: 0.

Position Summary: This role supports students by partnering with the curriculum, compliance, and field leadership teams to implement and maintain a quality, compliant, safe, and inclusive learning environment. You will create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive while ensuring program adherence to best practices and regulatory guidelines.

Instructional Staff and Team Development:

• Implement individualized and small‑group instruction, lesson plans, and instructional activities while reinforcing lessons to help students master concepts.
• Adapt materials to meet the diverse needs of students and support those with special needs by implementing accommodations and modifications outlined in their IEPs, 504 plans, or ELL plans.
• Foster positive relationships with students, encouraging participation and independence by promoting positive behavior and self‑regulation skills.
• Provide direction and behavioral support to students and educators, implementing behavior management plans and strategies.
• Perform personal care tasks as needed and directed to assist students.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant company, licensing, and district‑specific processes, policies, and expectations.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards within program environments.
• Apply curriculum, behavioral management strategies, and child development best practices.
• Monitor and supervise students in various settings to ensure safety and well‑being while implementing inclusion practices and protocols.
• Collect student progress and behavior data and provide feedback to program and area managers.
• Collaborate with the Area Manager and Impact Team to identify students with unique needs and stay informed about updated inclusion practices and protocols.
• CA Specific:
  Adhere to ELO‑P/ASES and Heritage licensing guidelines related to program quality and student support/outcomes.

Program Quality and Continuous Improvement:

• Support the implementation of quality assurance and safety protocols across programs.
• Conduct regular safety and program quality assessments of all program activities.
• Review and update safety procedures, emergency plans, and protocols regularly.
• Coordinate with program managers to identify areas for improvement and support the creation and implementation of improvement plans.
• Actively collaborate with the Impact Team to create and implement actionable plans for field operations effectiveness.
• Work closely with the Area Manager to implement district‑specific goals and initiatives.
• CA Specific:
  Review results of program quality assessments (PQA) with the Area Manager and support the implementation of improvement strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor's degree in education, child development, social work, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent experience may be considered.
• Three (3) or more years of proven experience in youth development, after‑school programming, or a related field.
• Familiarity with conducting assessments, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of program implementation, quality assurance, and best practices in youth education.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, licensing regulations, and educational standards, with specific familiarity with California's ELOP/ASES guidelines and Heritage licensing requirements being highly desirable for CA‑based roles.
• Demonstrated ability to model, mentor, and train staff effectively.
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques and child development principles.
• Experience supporting inclusive environments for students with diverse needs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong change…