About the Role
BACR is seeking compassionate, energetic, and reliable individuals to join our Expanded Learning team as EXLP Assistant Instructors. In this role, you will support TK–12 students in afterschool and enrichment programs by creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where youth can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. EXL Program Instructors play a vital role in building positive relationships with students, supporting their growth and well-being, and contributing to a strong program culture. Successful candidates are team-oriented educators and mentors who bring enthusiasm, professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to equity and youth development.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging academic, enrichment, recreation, and social-emotional learning activities for TK–12 students
- Build positive, supportive relationships that foster student belonging, confidence, and engagement
- Support student behavior using restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices
- Provide homework assistance and adapt activities to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
- Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds
- Supervise and actively engage groups of up to 22 youth during indoor and outdoor activities
- Collaborate effectively with program staff, school personnel, and families to support student success
- Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and other required program documentation
- Participate fully in staff meetings, professional development, coaching, and trainings
- Represent BACR professionally in communication, appearance, and conduct at all times
Requirements
- Associate Degree or higher, or 48 college units, or pass the Instructional Aide exam
- Pass a criminal background check and TB test clearance
- Ability to work every day during after-school hours and commit to an academic school year (hire date through mid-June)
- Some previous experience working with kids
- Ability to independently lead and supervise up to 22 students while playing, doing homework, and implementing enrichment activities
- Ability to communicate openly, professionally, and maintain confidentiality at all times
- Basic technology & computer skills (Word, Email, Workvivo, Workday, Google Drive, etc.)
- Complete all mandated training (Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, SEL PQA, etc.)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and be capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate effectively in English with students and families
- Basic English reading proficiency to support students' academic development, enrichment offerings, and school day alignment
- Ability to work consistently during after-school program hours throughout the school year
- Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB clearance
- Completion of Mandated Reporter and other required trainings upon hire
- Ability to stand, move, supervise activities, and lift/carry up to 25 lbs as needed
Skills
- Basic technology & computer skills (Word, Email, Workvivo, Workday, Google Drive, etc.)
- Communicate openly, professionally, and maintain confidentiality
- Communicate effectively in English with students and families
- Basic English reading proficiency
Location
- Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Work Type
- After School
- Enrichment Programs
- Full-time
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- Associate Degree or higher
- 48 college units
- Pass the Instructional Aide exam
Salary/Compensations
- $24 - $25 an hour
Benefits
- Up to 15 paid holidays per year
- Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice
- Employee assistance program
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness program
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses
- 403b (Eligibility based on total weekly hours)
About the Company
- Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
- We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
- BACR staff make a lasting impact across California, serving tens of thousands of children, youth, and families every day.
- BACR staff continue to create meaningful change in every community we serve.
- We continually witness the strength and resilience of the individuals and families we serve who are often those most adversely impacted by systemic racism, poverty, and inequitable access to resources and opportunities.
- BACR has remained steadfast to our mission: We work in the heart of our communities to foster generational change.
- We are grateful for the opportunity to support communities throughout the Bay Area, promoting resilience, health and justice and to our dedicated staff who serve those communities with compassion, passion, creativity and talent.
Equal Opportunity
- BACR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and affirming workplace for all staff and students.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.
