Job Summary

As a school, our first core belief is that excellent instruction yields strong academic performance. The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way that schools are able to provide rigorous academic instruction. Valence believes that a consistent learning experience, on Zoom, and small student groups leads to the best academic outcomes. However, many of our families are reliant on school to provide childcare, wifi, and/or meals for their children, so we are opening “pods” at our building in order to meet these needs while students attend distance classes.


Our Pod Leaders will supervise a small “pod” of students (approximately 14) while they participate in online learning. Pod Leaders will be expected to ensure student safety, manage behavior, troubleshoot technical issues, and oversee student meals. 


The Pod Leader will report to the Director of Operations, and will participate in weekly check-ins, coaching, and professional development to maximize their positive impact on our scholars.



Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the on-site leaders with arrival and dismissal of students

  • Model safe physical distancing protocols and ensure that students maintain the same, including masking

  • Use non-verbal communication to keep students on track

  • Award merits/deductions based on student behavior

  • Monitor student technological behavior using GoGuardian

  • Supervise student meals

  • Step in on ad hoc tasks and projects when necessary to support and build a strong school environment


Key Competencies & Qualifications

  • Willingness to sign a COVID-19 test consent form and submit to regular testing

  • Willingness to work at our building, 32-20 108 St. East Elmhurst, NY 11369

  • Unwavering high expectations for all scholars

  • Positivity and enthusiasm for the potential of every scholar

  • Proficiency in technological tools, including Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Drive (or equivalents)

  • Willingness to submit to background check and fingerprinting


Additional Application Information

  • Part time and full time positions are available

  • Please email your resume to AJ Bute at abute@valencecollegeprep.org