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Afterschool Program Leader

arc After School and Experiential Education

*Location is in Mira Mesa

Make a Difference Today!

Do you love working with kids? Can you inspire young people to reach their full potential? Do you have a special talent, hobby, or passion you'd love to share?

If you said yes - we want to meet YOU!

At Arc Experience , we bring learning to life through before and after-school programs that serve youth across Southern California - from Los Angeles to San Diego to the Imperial Valley .

We truly value our team members and invest in their growth - helping you build real-world skills, gain leadership experience, and make a lasting impact in your community.

Our Program Leaders are the heart of Arc!
They work directly with our most important clients - our students! - guiding them through social-emotional learning, homework help, enrichment activities, and new adventures every single day.

Join us to make learning fun, spark confidence, and create unforgettable moments after school!

Want to see what it's really like to work with us? Watch this short video and step into a day in the life at Arc! Arc - A Day in the Life - YouTube

What a typical day for a Program Leader is like:
  • Greet and welcome kids to the program at the end of their school day.
  • Organize and lead activities, including homework help, recreation games, arts and crafts, and educational projects.
  • Join in indoor and outdoor enrichment activities.
  • Create unique clubs for students. For example, we have a variety of clubs at our schools, including career readiness, cooking, anime, and dance!
  • Maintain a secure environment by following safety protocols, monitoring student behavior, and managing group dynamics.
  • Oversee the safety and well-being of students during after-school activities.
  • Encourage participation and enthusiasm while adapting activities to meet students' diverse needs and interests.
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To qualify for this position, you will need:
  • At least one year of experience working in after-school programs or youth recreation, especially in ethnically and culturally diverse communities.
  • To be a good communicator and be able to talk to both kids and parents comfortably.
  • College transcripts that show you have 48+ college credit units completed OR take and pass an academic proficiency exam.
  • To get a TB test (and provide proof that it is negative) and pass a Live Scan background check.
  • If you are an English-Spanish bilingual speaker, your resume will stand out!
If the school you will be working at requires a Covid-19 vaccination, then you must provide documentation that shows you are fully Covid-19 vaccinated.

The Program Leader position is part-time, non-exempt. This position reports to the Site Coordinator of the school site.

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday (required)
  • Afternoon Shift: 2pm-6pm (one day of the week is a minimum day which is around 12pm-6pm depending on the school)
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Reliably commute before starting work (required)

Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Vacancy posted 9 hours ago
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