Expanded Learning Site Lead - Wonderful College Prep Academy

Company Description

Wonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate our students prepared to earn a college degree and to put them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and life-long learners.

The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, we added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12.

We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators, and creative problem-solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond!

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Job Description

Under the supervision and direction of the Expanded Learning Coordinator, the Expanded Learning Site Lead is responsible and accountable for implementing all aspects of the program on a specific campus to provide a safe and constructive environment for scholars participating in the program. The program Site Lead will manage the programming and scheduling of clubs on a specific campus, track after-school program attendance and supplies, and maintain necessary records and files relating to the program.

Due to the nature of this role, Site Leads must maintain a high level of ethical and professional behavior due to access to confidential student information about Wonderful College Prep Academy scholars. They will be required to participate in and perform ongoing staff professional development activities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the expanded learning site.
• Supervise students enrolled in the program and program staff.
• Organize, design, and implement activities in accordance with the daily schedule and appropriate goals of the program.
• Coordinate intersession services with Expanded Learning Manager and Expanded Learning Coordinator.
• Facilitate WCPA's efforts to promote academic, physical, nutritional, and social success of all students.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students.
• Keep an updated inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Assist the Expanded Learning team in organizing, developing, and implementing activities in accordance with the daily schedule and promote the mission of the program
• Will be the program site representative for family & community representatives including, but not limited to, phone calls, emails, and in-person.
• Perform family outreach regarding student attendance, behavior, and other matters.
• Support the recruitment of new expanded learning program scholars, coordinating with school-based leadership to enroll those students who can most benefit from the services of the program.
• Maintain records of expanded learning program staff schedules and time sheets
• In collaboration with the Program Manager, provide programmatic resources and information necessary for reporting for grant reporting and audits.
• Conduct classroom observations to ensure program quality and ELOP grant program fidelity.
• Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and communicate incidents and repercussions with parent(s)/guardians(s) when necessary.
• Submit timesheets to the expanded learning manager in advance of the payroll due date.
• Maintain communication and provide guidance to all expanded learning staff
• Coordinate coverage for all expanded learning program staff when mentors are absent.
• Monitor the health of students administer basic first aid and medication, and perform other health and safety functions, as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years prior experience working in a school or expanded learning environment.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, families, and staff of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Reliable transportation and a valid CA driver's license.
• The ability to fluently speak Spanish is preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certificated, preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.
• Strong leadership skills in planning and implementing activities
• Ability to successfully pass a background check (including fingerprints) upon official offer and acceptance of a position with WCPA.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Environment: Office environment; fast-paced work, constant interruptions.
• Physical requirements: Hearing and speaking to exchange information, make presentations, and communicate over the telephone; seeing to read, prepare, and proofread documents and view computer monitors; sitting or standing for extended periods; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting light objects; ability to go to sites apart from primary office to conduct business.
  
  

Compensation:

• Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience, which includes generous performance bonuses.
  
  

Pay Range: $21.00 - $23.00/hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

Quality of Life in the Central Valley:

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer.

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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