After School Program: Instructor - Marin (Elementary Schools

EXL Program Instructor

The EXL Program Instructor delivers high-quality expanded learning experiences that support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth of K–12 youth. Grounded in BACR's values of Compassion, Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, and Joy, this role creates safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued, respected, and connected.

Program Instructors build meaningful relationships with youth, foster a strong sense of belonging, and ensure equitable access to learning and enrichment opportunities for students of all backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. Instructors use culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches to support student success while collaborating with families, school staff, and colleagues to meet diverse student needs.

Work Location(s):
San Rafael City Schools
- Bahia Vista, Coleman, SAnpedro, Venetia Valley

Pay rate: $24 - $27 an hour, based on regional grant funding and experience

Hours negotiated upon hiring (20 –26.5 hours per week, depending on location and need)

Employment Type:

Part-Time / Non-Exempt

Up to 15 paid holidays per year

Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice

Employee assistance program, dental, vision, wellness program, life insurance, flexible spending account, transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses, 403b (Eligibility based on total weekly hours)

BACR Value:
Compassion — genuine care for youth, families, and colleagues

• Build trusting relationships and a sense of belonging through consistent connection and proactive support for students who are disengaged or struggling.
• Support students' social-emotional learning (SEL) through relationship-building, restorative practices, de-escalation, and co-regulation strategies.
• Address conflict, bullying, exclusion, and behavioral concerns using culturally responsive, restorative approaches.
• Recognize when students need support beyond the program's capacity and communicate concerns to the coordinator.
• Build respectful, professional relationships with families and caregivers while maintaining confidentiality and recognizing them as key partners in student success.

• Participate in training, coaching, staff meetings, and professional development, applying feedback to improve practice.
• Use student engagement and behavior data to refine lessons and improve outcomes.
• Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes outlined in the EXL Handbook.
• Provide homework support and skill-building activities, adapting instruction to meet students' needs.
• Use required digital platforms and communication tools (Workday, Workvivo, Google Drive, email) effectively and independently.

BACR Value:
Humility — recognizes limits, honors diverse perspectives, and collaborates effectively

• Design and facilitate inclusive, culturally responsive activities that support diverse backgrounds, abilities, and developmental needs through trauma-informed practices.
• Collaborate effectively with program staff, school personnel, and team members to support program goals.
• Foster an equitable and inclusive environment through respectful communication, cultural responsiveness, and awareness of personal and systemic biases.
• Demonstrate self-awareness by acknowledging mistakes, seeking support when needed, and responding constructively to challenges.

BACR Value:
Integrity — honesty, accountability, and professional conduct

• Arrive on time and prepared with materials, lesson plans, and classroom routines that provide consistency for students.
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and required documentation.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ethical conduct in all interactions with youth.
• Notify the coordinator immediately of safety incidents, behavioral concerns, or mandated reporting…