Job Description:

Reports To: Program Coordinator

Job Description:

The EXL Assistant Coordinator is a School-Based position that supports the implementation and daily operations of high-quality expanded learning programs that promote the academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth of K–12 youth. This role requires a compassionate, curious, humble, accountable, and purpose-driven leader who builds strong relationships with students, families, school partners, and staff while supporting program quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The Assistant Coordinator serves as a key leadership partner to the Program Coordinator and may oversee site operations in the Program Coordinator's absence.

Benefits

• Pay rate: $29 per hour, based on regional grant funding and experience.

• Full-Time / Non-Exempt, 40 hours per week, year-round

• Up to 16 paid BACR holidays and 25 school holidays per year

• Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice

• Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, transit and parking flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) plan

People-Centered Service & Care

BACR Value: Compassion — genuine care for youth, families, and colleagues

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports the developmental, cognitive, social-emotional, and physical needs of youth.

• Build positive relationships with students and create opportunities for youth voice, leadership, and belonging.

• Support student social-emotional learning through restorative practices, conflict resolution, de-escalation strategies, and positive behavior supports.

• Recognize when students require additional support and communicate concerns to the Program Coordinator and school-day partners.

• Cultivate positive relationships with families, caregivers, school personnel, and community partners.

• Support family engagement opportunities and maintain regular communication with caregivers.

• Promote equitable access to programming and ensure all students feel welcomed, respected, and supported.

Continuous Learning & Improvement

BACR Value: Curiosity — actively seeks to learn, grow, and improve practice

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of project-based, culturally responsive, and enrichment-focused programming aligned with school-day learning and youth interests.

• Assist with developing schedules, lesson plans, materials, and systems that support high-quality program implementation.

• Monitor student participation, attendance, engagement, and progress to support program improvement efforts.

• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes and utilize data to strengthen academic support, literacy activities, enrichment programming, and small-group interventions.

• Support the Coordinator in facilitating trainings, staff meetings, and program events.

• Collaborate with school-day staff and stakeholders to support student development and academic success.

• Remain informed about best practices in youth development and expanded learning.

Self-Awareness & Inclusive Collaboration

BACR Value: Humility — recognizes limits, honors diverse perspectives, and collaborates effectively

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation of inclusive, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed learning environments.

• Collaborate effectively with students, families, school personnel, community partners, and BACR team members.

• Foster an equitable and inclusive program culture through respectful communication and cultural responsiveness.

• Demonstrate self-awareness by seeking feedback, reflecting on practice, and responding constructively to challenges.

• Support implementation of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) principles throughout program operations.

• Assist with coaching, modeling, and supporting frontline staff through collaborative leadership practices.

• Contribute to a positive team culture built on trust, accountability, and mutual respect.

Ethical & Accountable Practice

BACR Value: Integrity — honesty, accountability, and professional conduct

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards in all interactions.

• Ensure compliance with BACR policies, district requirements, grant regulations, and program expectations.

• Assist with attendance tracking, student records, incident documentation, compliance reporting, and other required documentation.

• Submit reports, attendance records, snack reports, and required program documentation accurately and on time.

• Uphold policies related to child supervision, emergency preparedness, mandated reporting, and risk management.

• Ensure health, safety, and wellness standards are maintained throughout program operations.

• Communicate concerns proactively and address operational, staffing, and student issues appropriately.

• Support effective management of supplies, facilities, and program logistics.

Positive & Purpose-Driven Leadership

BACR Value: Joy — brings energy, meaning, and genuine connection to the work

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations and successful implementation of expanded learning services.

• Create a positive, engaging, and supportive program culture for youth and staff.

• Serve as a role model for students and staff by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to BACR values.

• Provide on-the-ground leadership through visibility, relationship-building, side-by-side modeling, and coaching.

• Support student recruitment, enrollment, registration, scheduling, and attendance initiatives to meet program goals.

• Assist with staff supervision, training, and leadership development efforts.

• Assume responsibility for site operations and decision-making in the Program Coordinator's absence.

• Participate fully in BACR trainings, district meetings, professional development opportunities, and agency-wide initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Associate degree or higher; alternatively, completion of at least 48 college units or passage of the Instructional Aide Examination.

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB clearance.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a K–12 educational setting or youth-serving program.

• Ability to work full-time Monday through Friday and commit through the academic school year.

• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships with youth, families, school personnel, and community partners.

• Proficiency with Google Drive, email, spreadsheets, and program management platforms.

• Working knowledge of restorative practices, youth development principles, and DEIB concepts.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Social Work, Recreation, or a related field.

• Experience supporting grant-funded educational or expanded learning programs.

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Chinese, or other languages).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, walk, and move throughout program spaces for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to actively supervise youth during indoor and outdoor activities.

• Ability to travel between program locations and participate in school and community events as needed.

BACR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and affirming workplace. This job description reflects core responsibilities and may be updated as program needs evolve.

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About Us:

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

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Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.