Site Lead [ASCEND Mentorship Program]

Job Description:

Part-Time ASCEND Site Lead [Before School Program]

Location:

Visalia, California Pay Rate:

$22

• 25.

00/hour

Job Type:

Part-time, (20-30 hours per week for 180 days of the school year) Position for the

AUGUST 2026/ JUNE 2027

SchoolYear.

Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (Morning Hours + Prep Time), Occasional Weekends for Training/Events

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

ASCEND is a brain-based, before-school mentorship program that empowers students to regulate their emotions, relate to others, and reason with purpose. Our mission is to transform campus culture by fostering inspiration, inventiveness, connection, curiosity, and confidence through structured, neuroscience-informed activities. We work with middle school (and sometimes elementary) students in the early hours of the day to set them up for academic and personal success. www.ascendschoolprogram.com

POSITION OVERVIEW

An ASCEND Site Leader is a dynamic and mission-driven leader responsible for overseeing all daily operations of an ASCEND site, including mentorship, curriculum delivery, team collaboration, and material preparation. This person must embody ASCEND's values and have a passion for going beyond traditional childcare or supervision. This is a hands-on, leadership role rooted in student mentorship and creative campus culture development. The Site Lead will work under the direct guidance of the ASCEND Director for curriculum, lesson planning, and training support, while also exercising independent judgment to adapt programming to meet the unique needs of their students and school site. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about mentoring youth, creatively engaged, and ready to lead peers with the freedom of innovation and integrity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build meaningful mentor-student relationships through daily interactions, activities, and discussions.
• Facilitate brain-based curriculum and group activities aligned with ASCEND's educational framework.
• Maintain high standards of student safety, engagement, and participation.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership in virtual meetings (ZOOM, Microsoft Teams, etc).
• Support program data tracking, case notes, and goal planning.
• Can effectively use online data tools and supply inventory.
• Highly organized and values collaboration.
• Participate in team trainings, program development, and professional development.
• Occasionally travel for paid trainings or regional meetings as needed.

This Role is a

Great Fit If You:

• Lead by example and provide on-site guidance, accountability, and support for other ASCEND Mentors. Make informed, creative pivots to the program to meet your students' daily needs while staying within the ASCEND framework.
• Communicate proactively with your team and leadership to address incidents, support peers, and meet student needs. Lead or participate in peer debriefs, small-group incident reviews, and solution planning.
• Are passionate about mentoring and innovative education , and can bring energy and imagination to your work. Can self-manage, self-initiate, and lead with empathy and clarity.
• Care deeply about student success and are eager to help shape school culture. Think creatively and don't default to "what's always been done"
• Want to continue your education in neuroscience, cognitive development, and Brain-Based Learning. Have a desire to gain valuable work experience within schools.
• Highly value collaboration with others and building lasting positive relationships with peers, students, admin, parents, and families.
• Can support student conflict resolution, engagement strategies, and team problem-solving.

Help identify students who are withdrawn, struggling socially or academically, or disengaged-and guide both students and team toward meaningful support.

Required Qualifications:

• High ownership over program quality, site environment, and student outcomes. Self-starter with creative problem-solving skills. Able to maintain and manage site supply inventory in alignment with lesson plans.
• Reliable availability for additional prep hours each week. Consistent participation in virtual meetings for weekly debriefs and quarterly trainings.
• Exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, punctuality, and follow-through.
• Live within 30 miles of the site o r less, and have reliable transportation.
• Must pass a background check and TB test (upon hire).
• CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certification (can be completed after hire).
• Has over a year of college credits related to the fields of: psychology, counseling, child development, education, neuroscience, organizational leadership, athletic training, or similar.
• Experience in curriculum development or youth enrichment programming Preferred (Not Required): Bilingual (Spanish/English) Why ASCEND? We believe in moving the needle in students' lives. ASCEND is not a typical enrichment program
• it's a reimagined school experience built on brain science, belonging, and mentorship. Our mission is to regulate the nervous system, relate through connection, and reason with purpose
• transforming how students engage with school, and how school engages with students. Mentors at ASCEND become champions of hearts
• helping students build trust, confidence, and curiosity every morning before the bell rings.

If you're looking to be part of a movement that is paving a better way to start the school day, we want you on our team. Site Leads are the frontline champions of the mission to bring out the best in every child. They play a valuable role in equipping students and their fellow Mentors who are working alongside you. You will receive support and training from the ASCEND Director, while also developing valuable leadership experience in team support, site management, and educational innovation. Learn more at ascendschoolprogram.com

Value Add:

Site Leads receive paid training and certification in "Brain-Based Learning" as part of their role. This professional development equips you with the tools and research-backed strategies to become an innovative, neuroscience-informed mentor. How to

Apply:

Email your cover letter, resume, and 2 letters of recommendation to jessilyn@californiaadventurecamps.

com Include the following:

Updated resume with accurate contact information. A short paragraph explaining WHY you're applying for the ASCEND Site Lead role. 2-3 professional or character references. Any relevant certifications (First Aid/CPR, etc.) Your current or past undergraduate major(s), especially in psychology, education, neuroscience, child development, athletics, or a related field

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$22.00

• $25.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Professional development assistance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Location:

Visalia, CA 93277 (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Visalia, CA 93277 (Required)

Work Location:

In person