STEAM-Focused CORAL After School Instructor

Staff Member Insight

"I have worked for Catholic Charities SCC for four years. I work in the CORAL after-school program as a CASI. Catholic Charities SCC is a great organization because it is deeply committed to serving the community with compassion and equity, providing essential resources and support to families in need. I enjoy working here because I get to make a meaningful impact in students’ lives every day, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment.

The company culture at CCSCC is welcoming, collaborative, and mission-driven. There’s a strong sense of community here, and everyone is genuinely committed to making a difference. It’s a place where compassion and equity are not just words but values we live out every day. CCSCC has given me access to ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities. I’ve gained valuable skills in communication, classroom management, and community engagement, which will benefit me in any future role in education or beyond."

- Anonymous, CORAL After School Instructor (CASI), Employed since June 2021

The goal of CORAL San José is to improve academic achievement in an after-school setting. Serving twenty two schools and a community center throughout San José, CORAL will provide high quality literacy support, project-based learning and STEAM activities linked to classroom curricula and California State Standards. CORAL seeks to strengthen children’s foundation of basic skills, while providing them with a rich and high quality literacy, STEAM and enrichment curriculum.

"I have worked for Catholic Charities SCC for four years. I work in the CORAL after-school program as a CASI. Catholic Charities SCC is a great organization because it is deeply committed to serving the community with compassion and equity, providing essential resources and support to families in need. I enjoy working here because I get to make a meaningful impact in students’ lives every day, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment.

The company culture at CCSCC is welcoming, collaborative, and mission-driven. There’s a strong sense of community here, and everyone is genuinely committed to making a difference. It’s a place where compassion and equity are not just words but values we live out every day. CCSCC has given me access to ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities. I’ve gained valuable skills in communication, classroom management, and community engagement, which will benefit me in any future role in education or beyond."

- Anonymous, CORAL After School Instructor (CASI), Employed since June 2021

Under the direct supervision of the STEAM Program Supervisor the STEAM CORAL After School Instructor (CASI) will be responsible for the facilitation of STEAM curricula, and programs in the CORAL After school classrooms. The STEAM after school instructor will develop and carry out STEAM enrichment programs and work to raise academic achievement in a small group setting.

• Planning and execution of STEAM lessons and activities
• Attending regular STEAM professional development sessions for developing new STEAM practices and programs
• Teach, direct and supervise school age children
• Maintain daily attendance
• Maintain data entry requirements
• Conduct home visits if needed
• Involve children in all program activities
• Develop age appropriate programming for children
• Responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of the children at all times
• Must be an active participant and a positive role model to children
• Exhibit courteous and helpful behavior to children, staff,…