After School Program Instructor- SF(Elementary Schools)

Job Description: Reports To: Program Coordinator Job Description Purpose: The EXL Program Instructor delivers high-quality expanded learning experiences that support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth of K–12 youth. Grounded in BACR’s values of Compassion, Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, and Joy, this role creates safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued, respected, and connected. Program Instructors build meaningful relationships with youth, foster a strong sense of belonging, and ensure equitable access to learning and enrichment opportunities for students of all backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. Instructors use culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches to support student success while collaborating with families, school staff, and colleagues to meet diverse student needs. Benefits: Pay rate: $24 - $27 an hour, based on regional grant funding and experience   Hours negotiated upon hiring (20 – 30 hours per week, depending on location and need) 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) People-Centered Service & Care BACR Value: Compassion — genuine care for youth, families, and colleagues Key Responsibilities Build trusting relationships and a sense of belonging through consistent connection and proactive support for students who are disengaged or struggling. Support students’ social-emotional learning (SEL) through relationship-building, restorative practices, de-escalation, and co-regulation strategies. Address conflict, bullying, exclusion, and behavioral concerns using culturally responsive, restorative approaches. Recognize when students need support beyond the program’s capacity and communicate concerns to the coordinator. Build respectful, professional relationships with families and caregivers while maintaining confidentiality and recognizing them as key partners in student success. Continuous Learning & Improvement BACR Value: Curiosity — actively seeks to learn, grow, and improve practice Key Responsibilities Participate in training, coaching, staff meetings, and professional development, applying feedback to improve practice. Use student engagement and behavior data to refine lessons and improve outcomes. Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes outlined in the EXL Handbook. Provide homework support and skill-building activities, adapting instruction to meet students’ needs. Use required digital platforms and communication tools (Workday, Workvivo, Google Drive, email) effectively and independently. Self-Awareness & Inclusive…