{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e9ac43e89a461f262d6ca2eb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9ac43e89a461f262d6ca2eb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9ac43e89a461f262d6ca2eb","title":"Lead Teacher, K-5th Afterschool Program","description":"About Glide\nGLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through its integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, GLIDE empowers individuals, families, and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice. GLIDE’s mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization\n\nPosition Summary:\nThe Afterschool Program Lead Teacher supports and assists with ensuring the effective daily operations of an After-School Program and its classroom(s) by, ensuring the health and safety of program participants, and promoting their growth and development by providing high quality, age, developmental, and culturally appropriate curriculum and activities. These activities should lead participants in a “child-centered” environment resulting in their self-definition and self-empowerment. This person must be able to work a flexible schedule (some evenings); regular and predictable attendance is essential.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nWith others, develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate age and culturally appropriate experiential learning curriculum.\nDevelop or resource activities that improve skills, build self-confidence and cultivate a love of learning, e.g., critical thinking skills. Lead classes, outdoor activities and field trips.\nEnsure the preparation of healthy snacks/meals while maintaining all food safety prep/cleanliness protocols.\nEnsure positive social development by creating safe physical, social and emotional learning environments at all times.\nMaintain a safe Program. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and classrooms both indoors and outdoors. Ensure all learning areas are clean and orderly at all times.\nEstablish and promote productive relationships with parents/guardians that support Program goals and FYCC’s mission.\nAssist with planning and implementing Special Events.\nAssist the Childcare Site Supervisor/Director by preparing documentation and meeting all reporting requirements as needed; including but not limited to child assessments and portfolios, monthly sign in/out sheets, ETO data requirements.\nMeet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, attending and actively participating in staff and individual meetings.\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nDirectly supervise volunteers and interns. Assist with training and ensure standards and practices are adhered to at all times.\nPlan, assign, direct, and evaluate staff’s work. Provide ongoing feedback and assist with goals work and annual performance reviews.\nMinimum Qualifications\nMust be able to receive Dept. of Justice Fingerprint clearance.\nDemonstrated commitment to empowering children. Has the ability to foster a love of learning, cultivate self-esteem, and develop a sense of civic responsibility.\nLeadership and supervisory skills and experiences.\nAbility to work effectively with minimum supervision and within a team approach. Understanding of when to consult and ask for guidance.\nStrong organization and planning abilities. Has the ability to prioritize work and the ability to multi-task within specific timelines.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, grammar, spelling and writing.\nStrong understanding of what comprises confidential issues and materials, demonstrated ability to consistently act with discretion.\nAbility to establish effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.\nThis person is reflective. This person models appropriate interactions, including factual commenting, redirecting behavior, and problem solving.\nThis person takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, staff and volunteers, equipment, materials and facilities.\nHas the ability to work effectively across all cultures.\nCommitment to the mission, values and philosophy of GLIDE.\nEducation and/or Experience\nSome college experience and 3+ years’ experience teaching or working with children; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\n2+ years’ adult supervisory experience and experience supervising large groups of children (15-40) preferred\nExperience developing curriculum and programs for children.\nExperience working in a community-based social service agency with people in relationship with homelessness and poverty and the problems that often come alongside these experiences.\nMedical/Certification Requirements\nMust pass tuberculosis screening.\nMust show proof of pertussis, influenza and measles immunizations.\nMust have/complete CPR and First Aid Training.\nPhysical Requirements\nReasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nAbility to work on a computer and see details of objects at close range.\nAbility to hear within normal range, and communicate effectively (in person, telephone or Zoom).\nFinger dexterity and the ability to use all standard office equipment.\nSit or stand comfortably; and the ability to navigate throughout office spaces (via elevator or stairs).\nStamina. Working with children involves extensive physical activity, mental alertness, and enthusiasm. Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability are essential.\nReaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s). For example, equipment/tools typically found in a childcare center.\nActivities that occur frequently are: periods of standing, walking, repetitive bending, lifting, carrying, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching straight, above, and below shoulder level. Activities that occur occasionally are: climbing staircases.\nAble to lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to lift and carry a child in the event of an emergency.\nAbility to move about the building and community as needed. Ability to move quickly to address emergencies or potentially dangerous situations. Must possess the ability to safely interact with traffic as a pedestrian. The Lead Teacher is required to accompany program participants to off-site locations and to participate in indoor and outdoor activities and field trips. This person must be able to drive a GLIDE vehicle.\nWork Environment\nGLIDE’s buildings are located in the Tenderloin neighborhood. GLIDE maintains an \"open door\" policy to the community and its clients, who frequently enter and leave the building.\n\nThis role is covered by the collective bargaining agreement.\n\nWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.","company":"Glide","rawCompany":"glide","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T09:25:43.230Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"25-2021.00","title":"Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education","slug":"elementary-school-teachers-except-special-education"},{"code":"25-3099.00","title":"Teachers and Instructors, All Other","slug":"teachers-and-instructors-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"624110","title":"Child and Youth Services","slug":"child-and-youth-services"},{"code":"611110","title":"Elementary and Secondary Schools","slug":"elementary-and-secondary-schools"},{"code":"624410","title":"Child Care Services","slug":"child-care-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Teacher, K-5th Afterschool Program","description":"About Glide\nGLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through its integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, GLIDE empowers individuals, families, and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice. GLIDE’s mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization\n\nPosition Summary:\nThe Afterschool Program Lead Teacher supports and assists with ensuring the effective daily operations of an After-School Program and its classroom(s) by, ensuring the health and safety of program participants, and promoting their growth and development by providing high quality, age, developmental, and culturally appropriate curriculum and activities. These activities should lead participants in a “child-centered” environment resulting in their self-definition and self-empowerment. This person must be able to work a flexible schedule (some evenings); regular and predictable attendance is essential.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nWith others, develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate age and culturally appropriate experiential learning curriculum.\nDevelop or resource activities that improve skills, build self-confidence and cultivate a love of learning, e.g., critical thinking skills. Lead classes, outdoor activities and field trips.\nEnsure the preparation of healthy snacks/meals while maintaining all food safety prep/cleanliness protocols.\nEnsure positive social development by creating safe physical, social and emotional learning environments at all times.\nMaintain a safe Program. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and classrooms both indoors and outdoors. Ensure all learning areas are clean and orderly at all times.\nEstablish and promote productive relationships with parents/guardians that support Program goals and FYCC’s mission.\nAssist with planning and implementing Special Events.\nAssist the Childcare Site Supervisor/Director by preparing documentation and meeting all reporting requirements as needed; including but not limited to child assessments and portfolios, monthly sign in/out sheets, ETO data requirements.\nMeet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, attending and actively participating in staff and individual meetings.\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nDirectly supervise volunteers and interns. Assist with training and ensure standards and practices are adhered to at all times.\nPlan, assign, direct, and evaluate staff’s work. Provide ongoing feedback and assist with goals work and annual performance reviews.\nMinimum Qualifications\nMust be able to receive Dept. of Justice Fingerprint clearance.\nDemonstrated commitment to empowering children. Has the ability to foster a love of learning, cultivate self-esteem, and develop a sense of civic responsibility.\nLeadership and supervisory skills and experiences.\nAbility to work effectively with minimum supervision and within a team approach. Understanding of when to consult and ask for guidance.\nStrong organization and planning abilities. Has the ability to prioritize work and the ability to multi-task within specific timelines.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, grammar, spelling and writing.\nStrong understanding of what comprises confidential issues and materials, demonstrated ability to consistently act with discretion.\nAbility to establish effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.\nThis person is reflective. This person models appropriate interactions, including factual commenting, redirecting behavior, and problem solving.\nThis person takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, staff and volunteers, equipment, materials and facilities.\nHas the ability to work effectively across all cultures.\nCommitment to the mission, values and philosophy of GLIDE.\nEducation and/or Experience\nSome college experience and 3+ years’ experience teaching or working with children; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\n2+ years’ adult supervisory experience and experience supervising large groups of children (15-40) preferred\nExperience developing curriculum and programs for children.\nExperience working in a community-based social service agency with people in relationship with homelessness and poverty and the problems that often come alongside these experiences.\nMedical/Certification Requirements\nMust pass tuberculosis screening.\nMust show proof of pertussis, influenza and measles immunizations.\nMust have/complete CPR and First Aid Training.\nPhysical Requirements\nReasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nAbility to work on a computer and see details of objects at close range.\nAbility to hear within normal range, and communicate effectively (in person, telephone or Zoom).\nFinger dexterity and the ability to use all standard office equipment.\nSit or stand comfortably; and the ability to navigate throughout office spaces (via elevator or stairs).\nStamina. Working with children involves extensive physical activity, mental alertness, and enthusiasm. Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability are essential.\nReaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s). For example, equipment/tools typically found in a childcare center.\nActivities that occur frequently are: periods of standing, walking, repetitive bending, lifting, carrying, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching straight, above, and below shoulder level. Activities that occur occasionally are: climbing staircases.\nAble to lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to lift and carry a child in the event of an emergency.\nAbility to move about the building and community as needed. Ability to move quickly to address emergencies or potentially dangerous situations. Must possess the ability to safely interact with traffic as a pedestrian. The Lead Teacher is required to accompany program participants to off-site locations and to participate in indoor and outdoor activities and field trips. This person must be able to drive a GLIDE vehicle.\nWork Environment\nGLIDE’s buildings are located in the Tenderloin neighborhood. GLIDE maintains an \"open door\" policy to the community and its clients, who frequently enter and leave the building.\n\nThis role is covered by the collective bargaining agreement.\n\nWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. 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