Expanded Learning Educator

We are now accepting applications for the 25-26SY! This is a part-time after school educator opportunity Keep a look out for email communication from an Aspire representative and thank you for considering Aspire!

1. Non-Credentialed- transcripts, passing test scores, intern eligibility letters.
2. Credentialing Program- transcripts, passing test scores, appeasement letter.
3. Intern Credential- transcripts, passing test scores, intern program documentation.
4. Preliminary Credential- upload copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.
5. Clear Credential- upload a copy of your credential and/or include your credential number. ABOUT ASPIRE Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation. Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy. JOB SUMMARY The Expanded Learning Educator (ExLE) provides academic intervention, homework support, and enrichment activities to students as part of a high-quality after school program. S/he independently supervises groups of students, facilitates learning, and works with other members of the After School Program team to meet the academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical needs of all students. This position may be responsible for delivering specialized enrichments or intervention programs requiring knowledge/experience in that specialty. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains a safe and effective environment for academic instruction and/or enrichment activities in compliance with internal, legal, regulatory and/or funder requirements Effectively manages student classroom behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning Delivers high-quality instruction in assigned academic or enrichment content areas which is developmentally appropriate; differentiates instruction to meet individual student needs including support for students with IEPs Under the guidance of the After School Director or other assigned staff, implements regular assessments and analyzes student performance data to drive lesson planning and monitor student progress Collaborates with other After School Program staff, school day teachers and outside service providers to identify unique student needs, diagnose and address learning challenges, and share information about student progress As needed, provides whole class, small group and individualized instruction to students Creates an environment of high expectations for learning, student behavior and staff professionalism Fosters a program culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students Collaborates with Aspire team members to share best practices and improve own and others’ instructional skills, including actively participating in professional development, training and coaching opportunities Supports regular communications with parents/families to engage them in the After School Program to help support student success Fulfills all administrative requirements, including tracking daily student attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures Additional: Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior Perform other related duties as required and assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Competencies: Ability to effectively plan and implement lessons and program activities Ability to effectively manage classroom and promote responsible student behavior and decision-making Knowledge of child and/or youth development concepts and different learning styles; demonstrated enthusiasm for working with young people from high-need and disadvantaged communities Ability and willingness to reflect and improve own performance, including developing knowledge of Aspire Instructional Guidelines and participating in Aspire professional development Proficiency in use of computer technology and the internet Minimum educational level: Associate’s degree or successful completion of 48 units of college credit (or successfully passing of the paraprofessional test) Experience required: Experience working with children or youth in a school or community-based setting 1+ year as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred Physical requirements: Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned Communicating with others to exchange information Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers Work authorization requirements: Clear the Department of Justice background screening Authorized to work in the United States Provide health (TB) clearance (most update every four years) WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics are representative of those in a normal office, classroom/school setting which one might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work indoors in a standard office environment, computer lab, and/or classroom environment Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments Exposure to dust, oils, and cleaning chemicals Some exposure to childhood and other diseases in a school environment May be required to work outside of typical workdays and office hours to meet operational deadlines Compensation:

Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! Aspire offers its full-time employees a competitive salary and benefits for full-time teammates, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program. Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here: Our hourly schedule based on years of experience for this position type is $22.86-$41.40 Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans. #LinkedInEducators #J-18808-Ljbffr Aspire Public Schools