After School Staff Pool; Part-Time, Chinese or English Speaking

Overview

Yu Ming Charter School seeks dynamic, innovative, and experienced educators to join our team, committed to nurturing lifelong learners who are bilingual, bicultural and able to create change in their own lives and in our community. We seek teachers excited by transforming the traditional model of education to be learner-centered through personalized and project-based learning that cultivates cognitive and social-emotional skills our students need to thrive.

Yu Ming teachers are leaders that thrive on exploration, collaboration, and continuous growth as individuals and team members.

ABOUT YU MING CHARTER SCHOOL

Yu Ming Charter School is a non-profit, tuition-free network of public schools located in Oakland and San Leandro and open to all residents of California. As a leader in Mandarin Immersion education, our mission is to nurture an inclusive and diverse community to become empowered, engaged, and outstanding global citizens. We currently serve 952 students across three campuses, and continue to grow our enrollment each year.

Our diverse student body comes from many racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds representing 70 zip codes across the Bay Area and 29 home languages. Founded in 2011, Yu Ming is the first Mandarin immersion public charter school in the state.

We believe every child, regardless of background or zip code, deserves a free, high-quality education that prepares them today to succeed tomorrow. Ranked the #7 Elementary School and the #2 Elementary Charter School in California by U.S. News, Yu Ming is a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and a California Distinguished School. Yu Ming’s future-forward model prepares young people to succeed and thrive in an interconnected and multicultural world through personalized and rigorous learning experiences, active student agency, whole-child and community focus, and multilingual education.

Our students outperform peers in the district, county, and state across socio-economic status, race, language background, and learning differences. We are closing the opportunity gap for historically underserved students daily. To learn more about our innovative school visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Under general supervision of the Site Manager, performs a variety of duties related to supporting K-4 students at one of our Lower School Campuses or Grades 5-8 students at our Upper School Campus.

• Plan and facilitate engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote learning, social interaction, and skill development
• Assist students with homework assignments and offer academic support as needed
• Promote a positive work environment and relationships with team members and school staff
• Maintain positive relationships with students and their families
• Foster a safe environment that allows students to form close, durable relationships with peers that support and reinforce healthy behaviors
• Complete necessary paperwork such as incident reports and other program-related documentation in a timely manner
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including first aid and emergency response guidelines
• Stay vigilant during activities to prevent accidents and address emergencies
• Supervise students during program activities, ensuring their well-being and safety
• Be a positive role model for students in both actions and words
• Role model Yu Ming’s Core Values

Required

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Intermediate to professional level of English proficiency

Preferred

• Associate of Arts or Science (AA or AS) degree preferred
• At least 1-2 years prior experience working with youth and/or teens
• Certified in CPR and First Aid, or be certified within 30 days of hire
• Demonstrated awareness of, sensitivity to, and competence in working with families from culturally and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds
• Superb interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, colleagues, and families
• Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work in a dynamic, creative, and startup learning environment
• Driven adult learner dedicated to professional growth, including learning new and innovative teaching practices
• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a solutions-oriented attitude

Afternoon work schedule with ~20 hours/week. Monday-Thursday 2:30 to 6pm. Friday 12:30 to 6pm. Hours may vary slightly by site.

Hourly rate commensurate with experience, within the range of $20-23/hour.

Interested candidates should apply at https://yum

Application submission screening and initial phone interviews will be completed on a rolling basis.

Yu Ming Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.