Temporary - Youth Mentor (As Needed)

Under supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Youth Mentor (as needed) will provide coverage and facilitate a wide range of creative activities for students within the Afterschool Program. This position will be responsible for coordinating and leading organized sports and enrichment activities during morning/lunch time recess and Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELOP) program hours. The objective of the program is to provide structure and create a fun learning environment where students can expand their interest and build interpersonal skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all El Concilio California policies and procedures
• Readily available to provide coverage at all 13 elementary sites within the after school program
• Create educational and recreational lesson plans to instruct students from grade levels K-8th grade
• Provide supervision during recess engagement
• Limit the use of cell phone usage during supervision of students
• Develop engaging activities where students of all grade levels can participate
• Adapt sporting activities for the purpose of supporting and/or reinforcing student participation
• Plan and schedule sports and enrichment activities for morning/lunch recess and ELOP after school programs
• Maintains physical education equipment (e.g. adapting sporting materials, setting up/taking down game equipment, taking attendance/inventory, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items
• Provide supervision to all students at any worksite assigned to.
• Adhere to District and school site policies/procedures to ensure a safe environment for students
• Assume responsibility for the safety of students indoors and outdoors
• Prepare written accident reports as necessary
• Follow Mandated Reporter protocols based on training when necessary
• Participate in relevant trainings and collaborative meetings as required
• Respond to children’s needs, emergencies, and mediate conflicts that may occur during activities
• Instruct students in the rules and mechanics of sports, games, and teamwork
• Lead hands on enrichment activities with students in the ELOP/afterschool program
• Redirect students in a positive manner and provide mentoring support on a daily basis
• Actively participate in learning activities and provide tutoring based on student needs
• Provide all students necessary equipment and provide instruction on use of materials for safety purposes
• Work alongside and collaborate with youth mentors and other specialty staff
• Assist other Youth Mentors with coverage during site assignment as needed
• Keep accurate information regarding student attendance and progress during activities
• Relay any information to Lead Youth Mentors and Program Coordinator regarding program updates
• Maintain a professional relationship with all students, parents and school personnel
• Other duties as assigned