VAPA Coach / Peer Mentor
VAPA Coach / Peer Mentor
Schedule: Part-time, Monday: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Tuesday 9:30 AM to 12:35 PM, Wednesday 9:30 AM to 12:35 PM, Thursday 9:30 AM to 12:35 PM, Friday 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Start & End Date: 01/21/2025 - 05/01/2025
Location: Various School sites within Rialto Unified School District
Expected Hourly Rate: $20/per hour
ABOUT US
Elevo is on a mission to transform the well-being of students so they look forward to coming to school. We collaborate closely with schools to provide comprehensive programs infused with social-emotional learning (SEL). Our curriculum promotes physical, mental, and academic well-being and offers enriching activities. Going beyond classroom walls, Elevo fosters learning, movement, and growth for kids in grades K-8.
WHY WORK WITH ELEVO
- Our dedicated coaching staff receives extensive paid training and support, enabling them to confidently lead students in fun and engaging activities that develop essential life skills.
- Be part of a meaningful mission to transform kids’ lives and innovate learning in your local community.
- A team of experts in social-emotional learning, physical activity, education landscape, and ed-tech platforms guides us.
- Build skills and gain experience in an educational setting. We offer growth opportunities for career track progression and ongoing professional development.
THE ROLE
- Lead groups of students through structured games based on the Elevo curriculum.
- Engage students in visual/performing arts themes, dance, and music, sports, games, and other activities.
- Supporting kids’ behavioral management needs.
- Collaborate seamlessly with school administrators, teachers, and fellow coaches.
- Leading outdoor lessons designed to increase excitement about learning.
- Serve as a positive role model to the students to build kids’ self-esteem and emotional wellness.
ABOUT YOU
- Have been successful working with elementary and/or middle school kids.
- Confidently manage groups of up to 20 students with minimal assistance.
- Can improvise, adapt, and take initiative when needed.
- Are approachable, empathetic, patient, and able to build trust with kids.
- Present yourself as a confident leader and a positive role model.
- Connect with students and foster positive learning experiences.
- Pay close attention to student needs and adjust activities accordingly.
- Can improvise, adapt, and take initiative when needed by paying close attention to student needs.
- Are approachable, empathetic, patient, and able to build trust with kids.
- Present yourself as a confident leader and a positive role model.
- Ensure activities run smoothly and efficiently within allocated timeframes
Additional Requirements:
- Must be eligible to work in the United States, complete and pass a Live-Scan background check, and TB screening.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in dance, media arts, music, theatre, and the visual arts.
- 1-2 years of working experience in education, coaching, child development, or other child-focused experiences strongly preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Willing to follow COVID-19 protocols outlined by the school.
Candidates must be able to engage in the following activities with or without an accommodation:
- Ability to constantly move about to accomplish tasks or move from one place to another frequently.
- Sitting, standing, for long periods.
- Occasional running and other strenuous physical activity.
- Ability to move safely on irregular and or uneven terrain regularly.