Education Program Associate Jobs in El Sobrante, CA

Position Summary

The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) has provided state funding for after school and summer school enrichment programs for transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. “Expanded learning” means before school, after school, summer, or intersession learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. It is the intent of the Legislature that expanded learning programs are pupil-centered, results-driven, include community partners, and complement learning activities in the regular school day and school year.

The Expanded Learning Program Associate will supervise students and support the operations of the after school, summer school and intersession program days. They will support the school’s effort to provide high-quality expanded programming for our school beyond the traditional school day. Reporting directly to the ELO Program Director, and working closely with the Regional Associate Director of Expanded Learning, the ELO-P Associate will be responsible for supervising students and leading clubs after school, supporting running summer school and other intersession days. In addition, the Program Associate will also own family communication and operational support for the after school and summer programs, including daily attendance, enrollment composition and fiscal compliance. 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of work experience, 2 or more years strongly preferred
• Prior experience working in a school based setting 
• Experience with student supervision, operations, or customer service 
• Bilingual-Spanish or language spoken of communities served highly preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Drive

Education:

• High school diploma required

Knowledge/skills required:

• Knowledge of the San Francisco community is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members

• Ability to self-direct, prioritize and multi-task among competing goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values
• Working knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Office & Operations Support - 80% of time

• Manage after school and summer school inventory of office supplies, textbooks, curriculum and other materials
• Serve as the point person for first aid and student medication
• Track and process daily student attendance accurately
• Point person for customer service for family questions
• Maintain complete and accurate student records and coordinate with the school front office for any family information updates
• Organize and process all incoming applications and enrollment paperwork for after school and summer school
• Run the YMCA lottery each spring for next year’s summer school and after school program
• Draft & review parent communication in English and Spanish
• Support with implementing school safety plans and procedures
• Assist with on-campus and off-campus school events, including student field trips
• Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned

After School & Intersession Student Supervision - 20% of time

• Support the ELO Director to create a joyful learning environment
• Supervise students 2-3 hours per day during after school hours
• Supervise students 5-6 hours per day during intersession days (ex: summer school/camp)
• Coordinating and participating in student activities for intersession days (ex: talent shows, games, field days etc)
• Attend after school and summer program field trips 

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands 

Physical: 

Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time and actively converse and participate with others. Ability to access and utilize technology. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs.  The amount of time for each activity varies depending upon priorities and needs. Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

Mental:  

Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

Environmental:

Office and/or classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions.  Occasional classroom/school environment. 

Classification

This is a part-time, non-exempt position on a full year calendar cycle, based on the regional calendar and time-off policy.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. 

Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

We benchmark annually against school districts and charter schools in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position is $28.37 - $33.69 / hour.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.

Questions? Email careers@kippnorcal.org