Expanded Learning Program Assistant

Expanded Learning Program Assistant

KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs before school, after school, in summer school, or through intersession learning opportunities. These programs focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. The Expanded Learning Program Assistant is responsible for assisting the Expanded Learning Manager in developing, implementing, and overseeing the Expanded Learning Program for all participating students at 1-2 KIPP SoCal campuses and managing the team members involved. The Expanded Learning Program Assistant reports directly to the Expanded Learning Program Manager.

Program Design

• Support Expanded Learning Manager in executing an expanded learning program vision, mission and goals for that supports the broader goals of KIPP SoCal Public Schools
• Support with designing enrichment opportunities for students that fit their interest and passions and can be lead by the part-time team
• Develop and manage schedule of academic, recreation, and enrichment activities

Program Management Assistance

• Supervise and ensure the safety of students at all times.
• Organize and support after-school program events and field trips
• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the school enrichment program
• Manage process for meals
• Supply ordering and gathering
• Lead the Expanded Learning Program when the Program Manager is off-site or out of the office

People Management

• Communicate effectively with school administration, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders
• Assist with recruitment of part-time team members
• Support with observations of part-time program staff to implement quality standards-aligned programming

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records by completing regular audits (i.e., registration forms, attendance sheets, operational schedules, etc.)
• Adhere to workplace safety guidelines, make recommendations for workplace safety
• Follow school and KIPP SoCal procedures and policies for safe operation of Expanded Learning Program
• Support with annual program evaluations, including surveys of students, team members and parents
• Submit all required documentation on a timely basis

Qualifications & Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2 or more years working with school-aged youth
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently and work under strict deadlines
• Ability to work with varied populations, such as administrators, teachers, parents, and students
• Excellent computer skills, experience working with Google platform a plus
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organization - Priorities and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, develops realistic action plans
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrates accuracy and thoughtfulness
• Initiative - takes initiative in appropriate situations and goes above and beyond expectations when necessary
• Relationships - develops relationships based upon trust, respect, and commitment to KIPP SoCals's mission
• Attention to KIPP SoCal Policies - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments

Compensation and Perks

• Full-time, Hourly, $24/hour
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 20% of the cost
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.