The Role
The ELOP Program Leader coordinates after-school programs, ensures safety, manages records, communicates with parents, and supports inclusive education.
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ELOP Program Leader
Department: 1300
Position Number: ELOP Program Leader
Classification: Classified, Non-Exempt
Position Type: Part-Time
Work Schedule: Based on the assigned school site and ELOP program schedule
Reports To: Director of Expanded Learning
Work Location: Assigned ISANA Academies School Site
Salary Range: $20.60–$28.71 per hour
Position Number: ELOP Program Leader
Classification: Classified, Non-Exempt
Position Type: Part-Time
Work Schedule: Based on the assigned school site and ELOP program schedule
Reports To: Director of Expanded Learning
Work Location: Assigned ISANA Academies School Site
Salary Range: $20.60–$28.71 per hour
Starting Pay: $20.60
Pay Periods: 21 Pay Periods
Travel: Occasional travel between school sites or training locations may be required.
Pay Periods: 21 Pay Periods
Travel: Occasional travel between school sites or training locations may be required.
Position Summary
The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) Program Leader is responsible for coordinating and supporting daily, school-site-based after-school enrichment programs facilitated by teachers, community partners, and approved vendors. This position helps ensure a structured, safe, organized, and engaging environment that promotes student participation, enrichment, and positive social development.
The ELOP Program Leader coordinates student enrollment, attendance tracking, daily activities, vendor communication, and student supervision while collaborating with families, school administrators, site personnel, and the Integrated Central Office (ICO) Expanded Learning (EXL) team.
The successful candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, sound judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to student safety and engagement. The ELOP Program Leader supports the implementation of age-appropriate enrichment activities and helps ensure that program operations align with ISANA Academies' policies, safety protocols, and program expectations.
The ELOP Program Leader is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in which individuals from various cultural, ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds, as well as diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities, are valued and celebrated. Program activities and interactions should respect and reflect the histories, perspectives, identities, and experiences of all students.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job responsibilities and requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Program Enrollment and Coordination
- Advertise and support enrollment for all assigned site-based ELOP programs.
- Coordinate daily operations for after-school clubs and enrichment activities facilitated by teachers, community partners, and approved vendors.
- Organize student groups and facilitate transitions into assigned clubs and activities.
- Assemble students for scheduled activities and ensure attendance is accurately recorded.
- Support the effective implementation of daily program schedules and enrichment opportunities.
- Coordinate with the ICO EXL team and school-site personnel to address program needs, scheduling changes, and operational concerns.
- Assist with organizing program materials, supplies, and other resources necessary for successful daily operations.
Attendance and Recordkeeping
- Manage and enter attendance data for all assigned site-based ELOP programs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date student rosters, attendance records, and other required program documentation.
- Verify student participation and communicate attendance discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
- Distribute snacks to ELOP participants and maintain accurate distribution records, as required.
- Protect the confidentiality of student information and records.
- Complete required data entry and reporting in accordance with ISANA Academies procedures and program requirements.
Student Supervision and Safety
- Ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff, and program partners by implementing and enforcing ISANA Academies safety protocols and procedures.
- Supervise and monitor student behavior during club activities to maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Support student transitions between classrooms, activity areas, and other assigned program locations.
- Reinforce appropriate behavior, respectful communication, and participation expectations.
- Identify and report student safety concerns, behavioral incidents, and other relevant issues to the appropriate supervisor.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow established school-site procedures.
- Support students with varying needs and abilities while promoting participation, inclusion, and positive engagement.
Enrichment Activities and Program Support
- Develop and implement daily physical enrichment activities that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and suitable for participating students.
- Assist teachers and program partners in facilitating organized and meaningful enrichment experiences.
- Encourage student participation in physical, recreational, social, and other approved enrichment activities.
- Help maintain an environment that promotes teamwork, cooperation, creativity, and positive peer relationships.
- Monitor activities to ensure they are conducted safely and in accordance with program expectations.
- Assist with the preparation, organization, and distribution of activity materials and supplies.
Communication and Collaboration
- Maintain open and professional communication with parents and guardians, vendors, school-site teams, and the ICO EXL team.
- Communicate program updates, operational concerns, and relevant student information to appropriate personnel.
- Report vendor concerns, performance issues, scheduling conflicts, and program implementation challenges to the ICO EXL team.
- Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, program partners, and other stakeholders to support effective program operations.
- Respond professionally to questions and concerns from families and school personnel within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
- Maintain positive working relationships that support a collaborative and student-centered program environment.
Administrative and Front Office Support
- Provide front office support at the conclusion of daily ELOP clubs, as assigned.
- Assist with student dismissal procedures and ensure students are released in accordance with established school-site protocols.
- Organize program documentation, attendance records, and other administrative materials.
- Support end-of-day procedures and communicate unresolved issues to the appropriate supervisor.
- Exercise independent judgment within established policies, procedures, and supervisory guidelines.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Training
Candidates must meet the applicable educational requirements for the assigned position through one of the following:
- Completion of at least forty-eight (48) semester units at an accredited institution of higher education, verified through official transcripts; or
- Successful completion of the ISANA Academies Paraprofessional Proficiency Skills Test when transcripts are unavailable or not applicable and the alternative is permitted under applicable requirements.
Experience
- Prior experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
- Experience in after-school programs, student supervision, youth enrichment, or school-site operations is desirable.
- Experience with attendance tracking, recordkeeping, data entry, or administrative support is preferred.
- Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Student supervision and school-site safety procedures.
- Child development and age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Student attendance tracking and recordkeeping practices.
- Basic administrative procedures and data-entry systems.
- Positive behavior management and student engagement strategies.
- Communication and collaboration practices in educational settings.
- Inclusive practices that support students from diverse backgrounds and with varying needs.
- Basic computer applications and office equipment.
Ability to:
- Speak, read, and write English effectively.
- Maintain accurate and organized attendance records, rosters, and program documentation.
- Coordinate daily activities and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Communicate professionally with parents, vendors, school personnel, and program leadership.
- Monitor student behavior and respond appropriately to safety concerns.
- Organize and facilitate age-appropriate physical and enrichment activities.
- Exercise sound judgment and initiative within established procedures.
- Work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Adapt to changing schedules, program needs, and student requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and reliability.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The employee may be regularly required to:
- Stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and move throughout the school environment.
- Supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Participate in or facilitate physical enrichment activities.
- Use hands and fingers to operate computers, keyboards, and standard office equipment.
- Read printed materials and view computer screens for attendance tracking, data entry, and administrative tasks.
- Communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
- Occasionally lift or carry program supplies, instructional materials, and other items typically weighing less than 20 pounds.
- Move between classrooms, activity areas, and other assigned school facilities as needed.
Working Conditions
- Work is performed primarily at an assigned ISANA Academies school site.
- The position involves frequent interaction with students, families, school personnel, and external program partners.
- Work environments may include classrooms, playgrounds, multipurpose rooms, front offices, and other school facilities.
- Moderate noise levels and frequent student interactions are typical of the work environment.
- The position may require responding to student behavioral concerns, parent inquiries, vendor issues, and changing program needs.
- Occasional exposure to challenging interactions with parents, staff members, or members of the public may occur.
- Occasional travel between school sites or training locations may be required.
Licenses, Certifications, and Employment Requirements
Prior to employment and throughout employment, employees must maintain all applicable clearances and training requirements, including:
- Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint clearance.
- Tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California law.
- Mandated Reporter Training and other required compliance training.
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, as applicable.
- Valid authorization to work in the United States.
- Completion of required ISANA Academies onboarding, safety training, and program-specific training.
- Any additional clearances, certifications, or training required by ISANA Academies or applicable law.
Salary Placement
The hourly salary range for this part-time, classified position is $20.60 to $28.71 per hour.
Initial placement within the salary range is subject to applicable ISANA Academies compensation guidelines, position requirements, and verification of relevant experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ISANA Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- At least 48 college credits or ability to pass exam
- Ability to speak, read, and write English
- Prior experience working with school-aged children
- Must clear TB and background check
- Ability to maintain accurate and clear records
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What We Do
ISANA Academies is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades TK through 8.






