After-School Music Club Assistant Lead

Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA) is a free, public charter network in California’s Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. Founded in 2009 by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, co-owners of The Wonderful Company, WCPA offers two free state-of-the-art TK–12 public charter schools serving 2,400 students in Lost Hills and Delano, California. Our mission is to provide a world-class education by fostering a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation, preparing them to become critical thinkers and lifelong learners. At WCPA, students have access to innovative learning experiences and technology, rooted in health and wellness. Signature programs and offerings include: - On-site student wellness centers to support everyday health - Over 30 sports teams to encourage physical activity - Learning farms and teaching kitchens where students develop healthy habits - Harvest Hall, a modern dining hall offering healthy, scratch-made food daily - Wonderful Career Pathways, a free program where students can earn up to 60 college credits and an associate degree while in high school - And much more! Recognized for its leadership, innovation, and commitment to equity, Wonderful College Prep Academy was named School of the Year under the Hart Vision Equity & Innovation Award in 2026 by the California Charter Schools Association. This honor reflects WCPA’s dedication to providing a world-class education while shaping and inspiring the next generation of leaders throughout the Central Valley and beyond. In addition, WCPA’s Delano and Lost Hills campuses have been recognized among America’s Healthiest Schools for the past two years by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation for their exceptional commitment to student and staff well-being and the advancement of physical, mental, and social-emotional health. We seek thoughtful, inclusive, and skilled communicators who value continuous learning and are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team committed to paradigm-shifting work to ensure long-term success within California’s Central Valley and beyond. Wonderful College Prep Academy has a unique partnership with The Wonderful Company. Visit csr.wonderful.com to learn more about The Wonderful Company’s global philanthropic work. The Assistant Lead works alongside the Music Club Lead to run a new, free after-school music program for grades [3–6]. The Assistant Lead coaches small groups of students, manages instruments and attendance, and keeps families informed, so every student gets hands-on help at each practice. Responsibilities: Instruction support - Co-teach practices with the Lead and coach small groups or instrument sections. - Give individual help to students who need extra practice or support. - Support English Learners and students with IEPs using the strategies and accommodations the team agrees on. - Lead practice when the Lead is absent, using the Lead's plans. Instruments and materials - Manage instrument check-out, return, and the signed family care agreements. - Tune instruments before practice and replace strings and small parts. - Keep the instrument inventory current and report damage or missing items. Attendance and family communication - Take attendance at every practice and follow up on absences. - Send reminders to families about practices and performances, in English and Spanish when possible. Performances - Help set up, run, and break down performances. - Manage students backstage and during transitions. Supervision and safety - Supervise students during practice and ensure a safe dismissal to families or the after-school program. - Follow all WCPA student safety and supervision policies. Schedule: Two afternoons per week, 3:00 -4:00 pm, Jan 2027 – June 2027, plus performance time Pay: This role is compensated via a stipend of $3,500 or 4% of base salary*** Required - Ability to play multiple instruments - Experience working with elementary students - Ability to clear WCPA's background check and meet employment requirements Preferred - Bilingual in English and Spanish - Experience supporting English Learners and students with IEPs - Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. Quality of Life in the Central Valley: Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer. Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 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