Academic Instructor - Elementary Summer Program
San Francisco, CA, CA
Temporary
Education
Experienced
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) provides the youth of our city a sense of belonging and vital tools and experiences to succeed in life. Our services include academic support and college counseling, job placement and employment training, substance use and violence prevention education, crisis intervention and mediation, leadership development, technology and computer training. Our mission is to encourage a diverse population of high-need young people to explore their full potential through academic, career, family, and community life.
Title: Academic Instructor (Summer)
Salary: $51-57/Hour, 15 hours/week
Reports to: Site Coordinator
Status: Temporary Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Summer position: 6/5/25 - 7/23/25)
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Academic Liaison is responsible for developing curriculum and leading/ supporting academic lesson plans for elementary school students. This position will teach core subject classes such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The position may also support a variety of enrichment activities as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) provides the youth of our city a sense of belonging and vital tools and experiences to succeed in life. Our services include academic support and college counseling, job placement and employment training, substance use and violence prevention education, crisis intervention and mediation, leadership development, technology and computer training. Our mission is to encourage a diverse population of high-need young people to explore their full potential through academic, career, family, and community life.
Title: Academic Instructor (Summer)
Salary: $51-57/Hour, 15 hours/week
Reports to: Site Coordinator
Status: Temporary Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Summer position: 6/5/25 - 7/23/25)
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Academic Liaison is responsible for developing curriculum and leading/ supporting academic lesson plans for elementary school students. This position will teach core subject classes such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The position may also support a variety of enrichment activities as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop curriculum and lead academic lesson plans to support the school year and summer learning.
- Teach core subject classes such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
- Assist and support a variety of skill-building and project-based learning activities for school-aged youth as needed.
- Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment for program participants, including assisting with classroom and behavior management, resolving and mediating conflicts using restorative practices, handling emergencies and injuries, etc.
- Support outreach and marketing strategies to recruit and retain youth in after-school and summer programs.
- Collaborate with school and CYC staff to coordinate cultural celebrations and culminating events that build community and celebrate youth accomplishments.
- Work with school faculty and parents/guardians to maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships/climate between school and families.
- Assist with data collection and produce programmatic reports as requested by funders and the supervisor.
- Assist with administering and collecting evaluation data as required by funders and for continuous program improvement.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and attend ongoing training opportunities as needed.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all shared program spaces.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Bachelor's degree and teaching credential certificate.
- Knowledge of youth development practices and one or more years of experience planning and facilitating enrichment activities for youth.
- Experience in classroom management, conflict mediation, and restorative practices is a plus.
- Experience working with diverse youth and families is a plus.
- Ability to develop, implement, and organize programs and special events.
- Possesses good organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Capacity to multitask, work independently, and meet strict programmatic deadlines.
- Good technology skills (familiar with Google Docs & Sheets, MS Office, etc.)
- Ability to model professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic, and positive character to staff and participants.
- Bilingual in Spanish and Cantonese/Mandarin is highly preferred.
- Able to lift or move at least 25 lbs.
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