After School Program - Specialty ; Temporary Pool

After School Program - Specialty Staff (Temporary Employee Pool)

Job Title After School Program - Specialty Staff (Temporary Employee Pool)

Department Jacoby Center

Campus Stockton

Posting Number P

Full or Part Time Part Time

Number of Months 6

Work Schedule

Position End Date

Open Date 07/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The University of the Pacific, Harold S. Jacoby Center is partnered with Stockton Unified School District to provide after school program services to elementary students enrolled in the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP). We are looking for candidates who enjoy working with elementary students and have a passion for science and/or the arts. Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates—helping you save time and money on your commute.

Essential Functions

• Actively guide, teach and lead a group of 15-20 elementary students in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) activities.
• Maintain and ensure a safe environment for all students.
• Plan, create, implement and submit lesson plans that primarily focus on science or art.
• Establish and enforce rules, routines and expectations with group of students.
• Maintain a safe learning environment by addressing behavior issues as they arise.
• Role model and mentor elementary student.
• Exhibits positive and enthusiastic energy while working with children.
• Adhere to dress code and policy procedures.
• Reviews and submits timesheets in accordance with the due dates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forty-eight (48) completed college units or Paraprofessional Certificate or a Paraprofessional Proficiency Passing Test Letter.
• Able to clear Fingerprint Clearance.

• Science or Art concentration.
• Experience in Coding or Theatre/Drama.
• Basic Behavioral Management experience.
• One (1) or more year in experience working with elementary students.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with others.
• Ability to work independent.
• Science or Art experience.
• Ability to engage students in activities.
• Creativity or Coding skills.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties require constant walking, standing, bending and simple grasping. Occasional climbing chairs, stooping and reaching. Constant communication using both spoken and written means.

May be required to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
This is a temporary casual position. Work is performed during after school program hours. This is normally Mondays-to-Fridays, however some Saturdays may be included. The work days assigned will align with the academic…