The United We Lead Foundation (UWLF) is seeking energetic, dependable, and
student-centered Part-Time After School Enrichment Instructors to join our Future
Ready Explorers team serving Fresno Unified School District middle schools.
Future Ready Explorers is an engaging College & Career Readiness enrichment
program designed for students in grades 6–8 during the Fresno Unified Expanded
Learning After School Program. Through project-based learning, leadership
development, career exploration, financial literacy, and goal-setting activities, instructors
will inspire students to explore future opportunities while developing essential life skills.
This is an in-person position working directly at Fresno Unified School District
campuses during after-school hours. Instructors will collaborate with UWLF staff and
Fresno Unified Expanded Learning Coordinators to deliver high-quality enrichment
programming aligned with district expectations and student success outcomes.
- Facilitate engaging 50-minute enrichment lessons for middle school students
during the After School Program enrichment rotation.
● Deliver hands-on, project-based learning activities focused on:
○ College awareness and postsecondary pathways
○ Career exploration and career interest inventories
○ Leadership development
○ Teamwork and communication
○ Goal setting and growth mindset
○ Financial literacy
○ High school readiness
● Guide students through career exploration labs, vision board projects, reflection
journals, leadership challenges, and future planning activities.
● Foster a positive, safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment.● Encourage active student participation while promoting collaboration,
problem-solving, and self-confidence.
● Administer student surveys, career interest inventories, attendance records, and
other required program documentation.
● Monitor student behavior while following Fresno Unified and UWLF safety
protocols.
● Communicate regularly with site administrators, Expanded Learning
Coordinators, and UWLF supervisors.
● Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, and
instructional coaching sessions.
● Maintain accurate lesson documentation and student participation records.
● Perform other duties as assigned in support of UWLF's mission.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
● Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Liberal Studies, Child
Development, Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
preferred.
● Experience working with youth in educational, after-school, tutoring, mentoring,
recreation, or camp settings preferred.
● Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
● Ability to build positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds.
● Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with school staff and
UWLF leadership.
● Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
● Experience facilitating project-based learning or enrichment programming is a
plus.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace preferred.Physical Requirements
This position requires working on school campuses while actively supervising and
engaging students. The employee must be able to:
● Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and move throughout classrooms and outdoor activity
areas.
● Lift and carry instructional materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
● Operate computers, projectors, and classroom technology.
● Participate in indoor and outdoor student activities throughout the school day.Mission Alignment
Successful candidates will:
● Demonstrate commitment to UWLF's mission of expanding educational
opportunities for underserved students and families.
● Inspire students to explore college, career, and leadership opportunities.
● Build meaningful relationships with students, families, school staff, and
community partners.
● Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
● Value teamwork, collaboration, integrity, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
● Exhibit professionalism and serve as a positive role model for youth.Licenses & Requirements
● Valid California Driver's License preferred.
● Reliable transportation.
● Successful completion of DOJ/FBI Live Scan background clearance.
● TB clearance prior to employment.
● Ability to meet Fresno Unified School District contractor requirements.
● Must maintain reliable attendance and commit to the full academic year.
- Competitive pay: $18–$25/hour.
- Mileage and gas reimbursement.
- Hybrid modality (in-person + some virtual flexibility).
- Professional growth through community-based work.
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on underserved families in Fresno.
Send resume + letter of interest to deidisanchez@uwlf.org
