Think Together·Los Angeles, California
Serve as a positive role model and mentor for a class of 20-25 older youth. Provide academic support, implement lesson plans, and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
Serve as a positive adult role model for older youth in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude. Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity, using curriculum and materials provided by the program. Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that older youth want to be in. Support older youth in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate. Engage older youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
48 college semester or 60 college quarter units OR a Bachelor’s Degree are required Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public school setting Minimum age of 22 At least six months experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment Advanced Math and English skills (6 – 12 grade) Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal) Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred) Background Checks/Testing: Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting) Provide a clear TB test Pass Advanced Math and English skills (K –8) testing Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. #LAM
Market context
In California, older youth leader roles are often competitive because employers look for both postsecondary coursework and hands-on group leadership experience. This position requires at least 48 college semester units or a bachelor’s degree, six months working with groups of 10+ students, being 22 or older, and passing background checks and skills testing. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting, then confirm your coursework and group-leadership experience before applying.