VAPA Coach / Peer Mentor

VAPA Coach / Peer Mentor

Schedule: Part-time, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:30-4:30pm

Start & End Date:04/01/2025 - 05/22/2025

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 indance, 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.

Elevo is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.  Elevo participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Read Elevo's Privacy Policy HERE.

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