17th August start

Full Time

Posted 4 days ago

Expiring 18th December

San Diego County, San Diego

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Afterschool Educator Location: San Diego, CA Shift Hours: Mon–Fri, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PM (~4 hrs/day) Pay: $24-25/hour, paid weekly Status: Flexible Part-Time with Long-Term Growth Potential Why Support an Afterschool Program? Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego! What You’ll Do Lead Engaging Activities: Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs. Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies. Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate. Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; assist with student safety, mobility, and health procedures as needed. Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed. Qualifications Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade) Strong communication skills and enthusiastic leadership To start in this role, you’ll need the three credentials below. Don't have them yet? No problem, we’ll assist you through the process! Current TB Test/Questionnaire (taken within the last 4 years) In-person CPR & First Aid Certification 48+ College Units OR a passing score on the CAPE test

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Afterschool Educator (1:45 PM – 5:30 PM) - San Diego Unified School District
DistrICT school in San Diego County • Full Time
Aug 17 - Dec 18 2026
Afterschool Educator Location: San Diego, CA Shift Hours: Mon–Fri, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PM (~4 hrs/day) Pay: $24-25/hour, paid weekly Status: Flexible Part-Time with Long-Term Growth Potential Why Support an Afterschool Program? Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego! What You’ll Do Lead Engaging Activities: Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs. Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies. Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate. Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; assist with student safety, mobility, and health procedures as needed. Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed. Qualifications Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade) Strong communication skills and enthusiastic leadership To start in this role, you’ll need the three credentials below. Don't have them yet? No problem, we’ll assist you through the process! Current TB Test/Questionnaire (taken within the last 4 years) In-person CPR & First Aid Certification 48+ College Units OR a passing score on the CAPE test…Afterschool Educator Location: San Diego, CA Shift Hours: Mon–Fri, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PM (~4 hrs/day) Pay: $24-25/hour, paid weekly Status: Flexible Part-Time with Long-Term Growth Potential Why Support an Afterschool Program? Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego! What You’ll Do Lead Engaging Activities: Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs. Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies. Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate. Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; assist with student safety, mobility, and health procedures as needed. Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed. Qualifications Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade) Strong communication skills and enthusiastic leadership To start in this role, you’ll need the three credentials below. Don't have them yet? No problem, we’ll assist you through the process! Current TB Test/Questionnaire (taken within the last 4 years) In-person CPR & First Aid Certification 48+ College Units OR a passing score on the CAPE test
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Afterschool Educator (3:00 PM – 5:30 PM) - San Diego Unified School District
DistrICT school in San Diego County • Full Time
Aug 17 - Dec 18 2026
Afterschool Educator Location: San Diego, CA Shift Hours: Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (2.5 hrs/day) Pay: $24-25/hour, paid weekly Status: Flexible Part-Time with Long-Term Growth Potential Why Support an Afterschool Program? Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego! What You’ll Do Lead Engaging Activities: Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs. Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies. Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate. Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; assist with student safety, mobility, and health procedures as needed. Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed. Qualifications Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade) Strong communication skills and enthusiastic leadership To start in this role, you’ll need the three credentials below. Don't have them yet? No problem, we’ll assist you through the process! Current TB Test/Questionnaire (taken within the last 4 years) In-person CPR & First Aid Certification 48+ College Units OR a passing score on the CAPE test…Afterschool Educator Location: San Diego, CA Shift Hours: Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (2.5 hrs/day) Pay: $24-25/hour, paid weekly Status: Flexible Part-Time with Long-Term Growth Potential Why Support an Afterschool Program? Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego! What You’ll Do Lead Engaging Activities: Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs. Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies. Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate. Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; assist with student safety, mobility, and health procedures as needed. Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed. Qualifications Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade) Strong communication skills and enthusiastic leadership To start in this role, you’ll need the three credentials below. Don't have them yet? No problem, we’ll assist you through the process! Current TB Test/Questionnaire (taken within the last 4 years) In-person CPR & First Aid Certification 48+ College Units OR a passing score on the CAPE test
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Posted 4 days ago
Elementary School Paraprofessional - San Diego County
DistrICT school in San Diego County • Part Time
Aug 12 2026 - May 28 2027
This role involves supporting the speech-language pathologists by supervising students and assisting with the preparation of instructional materials. This is a part-time, ongoing role requiring 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Daily shifts fall between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Example of Specific Duties/Skills: - Provide effective and engaging academic instruction - Provide constant instruction for demonstrating positive social behavior - Behavior management and motivation techniques - Implement evidence-based behavior strategies, including token economies - Monitor emotional regulation and know when to engage vs. give space - Reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher General Responsibilities: - Support IEP implementation - Provide supports that facilitate a student's access to their education - Follow verbal/written protocols for behavior and communication - Reinforce instructional and behavioral goals - Monitor safety (during lunch, transitions, field trips, etc.) - Maintain documentation and records - Collaborate with teachers and support staff - Demonstrate positive, respectful, and age-appropriate interactions with students across all school settings as demonstrated by a positive tone of voice and pointing out the successes of students Working Conditions: - Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. - Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. - Seeing to monitor student classroom activities. - Hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide instruction. - Bending at the waist. - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional equipment. Additional Notes/Qualifications/Requirements: Use this space for unique logistics or conditions. Call out any specific qualifications, training, or experience not already covered in the “Essential Requirements” field. Ex: - Requires district-specific Livescan - Virtual interview required - Must complete onboarding training session The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with students with diverse learning needs and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Please express your interest in this position to be considered! …This role involves supporting the speech-language pathologists by supervising students and assisting with the preparation of instructional materials. This is a part-time, ongoing role requiring 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Daily shifts fall between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Example of Specific Duties/Skills: - Provide effective and engaging academic instruction - Provide constant instruction for demonstrating positive social behavior - Behavior management and motivation techniques - Implement evidence-based behavior strategies, including token economies - Monitor emotional regulation and know when to engage vs. give space - Reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher General Responsibilities: - Support IEP implementation - Provide supports that facilitate a student's access to their education - Follow verbal/written protocols for behavior and communication - Reinforce instructional and behavioral goals - Monitor safety (during lunch, transitions, field trips, etc.) - Maintain documentation and records - Collaborate with teachers and support staff - Demonstrate positive, respectful, and age-appropriate interactions with students across all school settings as demonstrated by a positive tone of voice and pointing out the successes of students Working Conditions: - Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. - Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. - Seeing to monitor student classroom activities. - Hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide instruction. - Bending at the waist. - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional equipment. Additional Notes/Qualifications/Requirements: Use this space for unique logistics or conditions. Call out any specific qualifications, training, or experience not already covered in the “Essential Requirements” field. Ex: - Requires district-specific Livescan - Virtual interview required - Must complete onboarding training session The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with students with diverse learning needs and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Please express your interest in this position to be considered!
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Posted 9 days ago
Preschool Permitted Teacher Ece - Daycare
Daycare school in San Diego County • Full Time
Jun 9 - Sep 30 2026
• Engaging and Supporting all students in learning • Creating and maintaining effective environments for student learning • Planning instruction and designing learning experiences for all students • Assessing students for learning • Communicating regularly with parents regarding their child's development and classroom activities. • Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment that promotes child welfare. • Understanding Community Care Licensing Title 22 and/or Title 5 regulations. The Early Childhood Teacher Requirements: • You MUST have a California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit or higher issued by the California Commission Teacher Credentialing. • Proven experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or daycare setting. • Excellent communication skills • Experience in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management • Knowledge of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies is highly desirable. • Passion for early childhood education and student growth …• Engaging and Supporting all students in learning • Creating and maintaining effective environments for student learning • Planning instruction and designing learning experiences for all students • Assessing students for learning • Communicating regularly with parents regarding their child's development and classroom activities. • Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment that promotes child welfare. • Understanding Community Care Licensing Title 22 and/or Title 5 regulations. The Early Childhood Teacher Requirements: • You MUST have a California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit or higher issued by the California Commission Teacher Credentialing. • Proven experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or daycare setting. • Excellent communication skills • Experience in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management • Knowledge of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies is highly desirable. • Passion for early childhood education and student growth
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Posted 2 months ago
Early Childhood Education, Preschool Permitted Teacher Ece - Daycare
Daycare school in San Diego County • Full Time
Jun 1 - Aug 31 2026
The Early Childhood Teacher Requirements: • You MUST have a California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit or higher issued by the California Commission Teacher Credentialing. • Proven experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or daycare setting. • Excellent communication skills • Experience in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management • Knowledge of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies is highly desirable. • Passion for early childhood education and student growth • Ability to bend, twist, carry up to 50 pounds & may be standing for long periods, walking, moving about the classroom and playground supervising all areas, and squatting down, moving from standing to sitting positions frequently. • Able to sit in small chairs or ground floor level …The Early Childhood Teacher Requirements: • You MUST have a California Child Development Associate Teacher Level Permit or higher issued by the California Commission Teacher Credentialing. • Proven experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or daycare setting. • Excellent communication skills • Experience in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management • Knowledge of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies is highly desirable. • Passion for early childhood education and student growth • Ability to bend, twist, carry up to 50 pounds & may be standing for long periods, walking, moving about the classroom and playground supervising all areas, and squatting down, moving from standing to sitting positions frequently. • Able to sit in small chairs or ground floor level
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Posted 3 months ago
Elementary School Paraprofessional - San Diego County District
DistrICT school in San Diego County • Full Time
May 21 - 28 2026
Para professional needed for 1:1 support with elementary student in an immersive school setting. About this Role: We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Aide to support elementary school student.This role will support student with IEPs and moderate to severe disabilities, requiring a separate setting to meet their individual needs. In this role, you will assist a credentialed teacher in delivering and reinforcing instruction and training tailored to students with emotional disturbances and/or moderate to severe disabilities. You will work closely with individuals and small groups, providing targeted support to meet a range of cognitive, emotional, and physical needs, helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. This position involves both academic assistance and the implementation of behavioral strategies to foster a supportive and effective learning environment. Behavioral Support Focus: This is a behaviorally intensive role. The position involves working with students who may exhibit emotional dysregulation, learning disabilities, and high-intensity behaviors such as aggression (e.g., hitting, biting, kicking) or elopement. The ideal candidate will: - Be confident in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviors. - Have experience implementing behavior intervention strategies. - Be skilled in collecting and utilizing behavior data to inform instruction and support plans. - Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience in high-stress situations. Example of Specific Duties/Skills: - Diaper, change, and assist with toileting of students. - Lift non-ambulatory students and assist with transfers. - Assist with preparing, serving and feeding meals and instructing during meals. - Assist with bus boarding and departing. - Behavior management and motivation techniques - Implement evidence-based behavior strategies, including token economies - Monitor emotional regulation and know when to engage vs. give space - Reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher - Provide constant instruction for demonstrating positive social behavior - Provide effective and engaging academic instruction General Responsibilities: - Support IEP implementation - Follow verbal/written protocols for behavior and communication - Reinforce instructional and behavioral goals - Monitor safety (during lunch, transitions, field trips, etc.) - Maintain documentation and records - Collaborate with teachers and support staff - Demonstrate positive, respectful, and age-appropriate interactions with students across all school settings as demonstrated by a positive tone of voice and pointing out the successes of students Working Conditions: - Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. - Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. - Seeing to monitor student classroom activities. - Hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide instruction. - Bending at the waist. - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional equipment. - Must be able to regularly lift and/or move moderately heavy loads using safe lifting techniques. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with students with diverse learning needs and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Please express your interest in this position to be considered! …Para professional needed for 1:1 support with elementary student in an immersive school setting. About this Role: We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Aide to support elementary school student.This role will support student with IEPs and moderate to severe disabilities, requiring a separate setting to meet their individual needs. In this role, you will assist a credentialed teacher in delivering and reinforcing instruction and training tailored to students with emotional disturbances and/or moderate to severe disabilities. You will work closely with individuals and small groups, providing targeted support to meet a range of cognitive, emotional, and physical needs, helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. This position involves both academic assistance and the implementation of behavioral strategies to foster a supportive and effective learning environment. Behavioral Support Focus: This is a behaviorally intensive role. The position involves working with students who may exhibit emotional dysregulation, learning disabilities, and high-intensity behaviors such as aggression (e.g., hitting, biting, kicking) or elopement. The ideal candidate will: - Be confident in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviors. - Have experience implementing behavior intervention strategies. - Be skilled in collecting and utilizing behavior data to inform instruction and support plans. - Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience in high-stress situations. Example of Specific Duties/Skills: - Diaper, change, and assist with toileting of students. - Lift non-ambulatory students and assist with transfers. - Assist with preparing, serving and feeding meals and instructing during meals. - Assist with bus boarding and departing. - Behavior management and motivation techniques - Implement evidence-based behavior strategies, including token economies - Monitor emotional regulation and know when to engage vs. give space - Reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher - Provide constant instruction for demonstrating positive social behavior - Provide effective and engaging academic instruction General Responsibilities: - Support IEP implementation - Follow verbal/written protocols for behavior and communication - Reinforce instructional and behavioral goals - Monitor safety (during lunch, transitions, field trips, etc.) - Maintain documentation and records - Collaborate with teachers and support staff - Demonstrate positive, respectful, and age-appropriate interactions with students across all school settings as demonstrated by a positive tone of voice and pointing out the successes of students Working Conditions: - Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. - Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. - Seeing to monitor student classroom activities. - Hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide instruction. - Bending at the waist. - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional equipment. - Must be able to regularly lift and/or move moderately heavy loads using safe lifting techniques. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with students with diverse learning needs and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Please express your interest in this position to be considered!
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Posted 3 months ago

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Afterschool Educator (1:45 PM – 5:30 PM) - San Diego Unified School District