{"id":773,"date":"2026-01-28T00:45:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T00:45:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zapzacademy.online\/?page_id=773"},"modified":"2026-01-28T00:45:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T00:45:52","slug":"instructor-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/zapzacademy.online\/home\/instructor-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Instructor Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"773\" class=\"elementor elementor-773\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d011821 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d011821\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c9ccd5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"0c9ccd5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section style=\"max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:50px 20px;\r\nfont-family:system-ui,-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',sans-serif;color:#000;\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- HERO -->\r\n  <header style=\"margin-bottom:40px;\">\r\n    <p style=\"text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.12em;font-size:0.85rem;font-weight:700;\r\n    color:#FF0015;margin:0 0 10px;\">\r\n      Zapz Academy \u2022 After\u2011School Program\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <h1 style=\"font-size:2.8rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      After\u2011School Instructor Guide\r\n    <\/h1>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1.1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      This guide is for after\u2011school instructors, tutors, and program staff. It gives you clear steps, \r\n      routines, and tools so you can run safe, structured, and engaging sessions with Zapz Academy.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/header>\r\n\r\n  <!-- HIGHLIGHT BOX -->\r\n  <section style=\"border-radius:14px;border:2px solid #FF0015;padding:26px;margin-bottom:50px;background:#FFF;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:1.4rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 10px;\">\r\n      What This Guide Covers\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"margin:0;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;\">\r\n      Daily flow \u2022 Group management \u2022 Activity structure \u2022 Safety & expectations \u2022 Communication with families\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: PROGRAM GOALS -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Program Goals<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      The Zapz Academy After\u2011School Program is designed to:\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Provide a safe, structured space after school<\/li>\r\n      <li>Support homework, reading, and core skills<\/li>\r\n      <li>Build confidence, life skills, and independence<\/li>\r\n      <li>Offer low\u2011prep, high\u2011impact activities for staff<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: DAILY FLOW -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Daily Flow Overview<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Use this sample structure to keep each day predictable and calm:\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ol style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li><strong>Arrival & Check\u2011In (10\u201315 minutes)<\/strong><br>\r\n          Greet students, take attendance, quick mood check.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Snack & Transition (10\u201315 minutes)<\/strong><br>\r\n          Quiet snack time, simple conversation, bathroom break.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Homework \/ Quiet Work Block (20\u201330 minutes)<\/strong><br>\r\n          Homework help, reading, or independent practice.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Zapz Activity Block (20\u201330 minutes)<\/strong><br>\r\n          Use Zapz activities, games, or group lessons.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Closing Circle (5\u201310 minutes)<\/strong><br>\r\n          Reflection, wins of the day, reminders for tomorrow.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: USING ZAPZ ACTIVITIES -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Using Zapz Activities<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Zapz activities are designed to be low\u2011prep and flexible. You can use them with individuals, small \r\n      groups, or the whole program.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Choose 1\u20132 activities per day<\/li>\r\n      <li>Read the card or instructions out loud<\/li>\r\n      <li>Model the first example if needed<\/li>\r\n      <li>Walk around and support students as they work<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: GROUP MANAGEMENT -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Group Management & Expectations<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Clear expectations help students feel safe and know what to do.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Post 3\u20135 simple rules (kind, safe, respectful, listening, trying)<\/li>\r\n      <li>Use calm, consistent reminders<\/li>\r\n      <li>Offer choices when possible (\u201cThis or that\u201d)<\/li>\r\n      <li>Notice and praise positive behavior out loud<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: SUPPORTING DIFFERENT LEARNERS -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Supporting Different Learners<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Students come with different needs, energy levels, and learning styles. These strategies help you \r\n      support everyone.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Offer quiet spaces for students who need calm<\/li>\r\n      <li>Give step\u2011by\u2011step instructions instead of long explanations<\/li>\r\n      <li>Pair students who can help each other<\/li>\r\n      <li>Allow movement breaks when possible<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: SAFETY & CHECKOUT -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Safety & Checkout<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Safety is the top priority in every session.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Follow your site\u2019s sign\u2011in and sign\u2011out procedures<\/li>\r\n      <li>Know who is allowed to pick up each student<\/li>\r\n      <li>Keep emergency contacts accessible<\/li>\r\n      <li>Report concerns to your program director<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: COMMUNICATING WITH FAMILIES -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Communicating with Families<\/h2>\r\n    <p style=\"font-size:1rem;max-width:820px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\">\r\n      Strong communication builds trust with families and helps students succeed.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:18px;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\">\r\n      <li>Share wins and positive moments regularly<\/li>\r\n      <li>Let families know about important dates or changes<\/li>\r\n      <li>Use simple, clear language<\/li>\r\n      <li>Direct families to the Parent Information page for details<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SECTION: WHERE TO GO NEXT -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-bottom:50px;\">\r\n    <h2 style=\"font-size:2rem;font-weight:900;margin:0 0 16px;\">Where to Go Next<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:22px;\">\r\n\r\n      <a href=\"\/after-school-program\/tools\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#000;\">\r\n        <div style=\"padding:22px;border-radius:12px;background:#f7f7f7;\">\r\n          <div style=\"font-size:2rem;margin-bottom:8px;\">\ud83e\uddf0<\/div>\r\n          <h3 style=\"font-size:1.2rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 6px;\">Program Activities & Tools<\/h3>\r\n          <p style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;\">\r\n            Find activity cards, group lessons, and low\u2011prep learning tools.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n\r\n      <a href=\"\/after-school-program\/parents\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#000;\">\r\n        <div style=\"padding:22px;border-radius:12px;background:#f7f7f7;\">\r\n          <div style=\"font-size:2rem;margin-bottom:8px;\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/div>\r\n          <h3 style=\"font-size:1.2rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 6px;\">Parent Information<\/h3>\r\n          <p style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;\">\r\n            Direct families here for program details, expectations, and communication.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n\r\n      <a href=\"\/after-school-program\/enrollment\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#000;\">\r\n        <div style=\"padding:22px;border-radius:12px;background:#f7f7f7;\">\r\n          <div style=\"font-size:2rem;margin-bottom:8px;\">\ud83d\udcdd<\/div>\r\n          <h3 style=\"font-size:1.2rem;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 6px;\">Enrollment Flow<\/h3>\r\n          <p style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;\">\r\n            Step\u2011by\u2011step enrollment instructions for families and program directors.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- CTA -->\r\n  <section style=\"margin-top:20px;text-align:left;\">\r\n    <a href=\"\/after-school-program\"\r\n       style=\"display:inline-block;padding:16px 36px;background:#FF0015;color:#FFF;\r\n       font-weight:800;font-size:1.05rem;border-radius:10px;text-decoration:none;\">\r\n      Back to After\u2011School Hub\r\n    <\/a>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zapz Academy \u2022 After\u2011School Program After\u2011School Instructor Guide This guide is for after\u2011school instructors, tutors, and program staff. It gives you clear steps, routines, and tools so you can run safe, structured, and engaging sessions with Zapz Academy. 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