Academic Mentor

 About Oakland Leaf 

Oakland Leaf was founded in 2001 by a collective of East Oakland educators intent on empowering youth voice. For the past 20+ years, Oakland Leaf  has evolved into a highly regarded leader in the fields of youth development and out-of-school time learning.

Oakland Leaf facilitates culturally relevant out-of-school time programming for approximately 1,000 K-12 East Oakland students through seven after school programs at public elementary and middle schools across East Oakland, one paid internship programs for high school students, and two 5-week summer camps - one for elementary children and one for middle school youth. Our programming emphasizes social and emotional learning, creative expression, critical thinking, leadership development, social justice, college and career readiness, and includes a diverse range of enrichment opportunities including S.T.E.M. activities, sports, poetry, visual arts, dance, literacy, community impact projects, and more. 

Who we are

We are a collection of educators, artists, creatives, athletes, activists, life enthusiasts, and above all, passionate supporters of youth in our shared communities. If you possess the passion to make Oakland a more loving, just, and vibrant place, then Oakland Leaf might be the place for you to root in, rise up and branch out. 

Summary of Position 

The Academic Mentor prepares and provides in-person academic instruction to elementary or middle school students in one of seven Oakland Leaf After-School programs. Academic Instruction includes homework support and literacy intervention. This position reports to the site specific Program Manager. 

Specific Responsibilities

• Implement weekly lesson plans that engage the youth, are age appropriate, and meet the high-quality standards of Oakland Leaf’s mission 
• Provide two 1 hour daily academic sessions that assists elementary or middle school students with homework and academic success. Each session will be with two different groups of students. 
• Implementation of Oakland Leaf standards for managing the classroom i.e. visible daily agenda, community agreements, etc. 
• Set up and manage consistent structures, routines, and protocols for youth to follow. 
• Passion for innovation and excellence in social and restorative justice and youth development
• Respond (not react) with a warm-demander stance when redirecting youth behavior 
• Complete all administrative tasks on a daily and/or weekly basis including but not limited to student attendance, monthly reports, surveys, etc. 
• Participate in mandatory staff meetings and trainings when scheduled

Minimum Qualifications

• Provide TB clearance and background clearance from FBI and DOJ
• Provide 48 semester college units or pass the Instructional Aide exam
• Ability to manage and support a group of 20 elementary or middle school students 
• Ability to plan and prepare lessons and deliver instruction 
• Commitment to Oakland leaf mission and core values

Working conditions/physical demands

• Normal school and office conditions
• Offsite meetings
• Required to work some nights for events
• Must be able to lift up to 25lb

Work Schedule and Period

• Note: This is a part time, seasonal position 
• Monday through Friday, 1 PM to to 6:30 PM for 180 work days from Monday, August 12, 2024 through Thursday, May 29, 2025 excluding school holidays and breaks 
• Orientation from Wednesday, July 31, 2024 through Friday, August 9, 2024 11 AM to 4 Pm daily. 

Compensation

• $20 to $25 per hour, depending on experience
• Paid school breaks

Oakland Leaf is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any individual, employee, or application for employment on the basis of race, color, marital status, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap, or any other legally protected status recognized by federal, state, or local law