Activity Leader, Science 3.5 - 4 Hr.

Bakersfield City School District•Bakersfield, CA

47d•$20 - $33

About The Position

ACTIVITY LEADER, SCIENCE 3.5 - 4 Hr. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent Evidence of completion of ten (10) college/university units in area of science or related area Current Activity Supervisor Clearance Certificate and/or criminal background clearance by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematic readiness, as appropriate Knowledge of tools, equipment and materials necessary to facilitate hands-on science activities Demonstrated ability or willingness to work with children of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, educational and economic backgrounds Ability to work with groups of students in instructional environment Ability to organize and implement variety of educational, recreational, playground, and science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) activities Ability to follow oral and written directions Interest in enhancing student school attendance, positive behavior and well-being REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned JOB GOAL: To assist in developing science based activities in order to help students gain appreciation and understanding of basic science principles. To assist in implementation of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics instruction.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Evidence of completion of ten (10) college/university units in area of science or related area
Current Activity Supervisor Clearance Certificate and/or criminal background clearance by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation
Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematic readiness, as appropriate
Knowledge of tools, equipment and materials necessary to facilitate hands-on science activities
Demonstrated ability or willingness to work with children of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, educational and economic backgrounds
Ability to work with groups of students in instructional environment
Ability to organize and implement variety of educational, recreational, playground, and science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) activities
Ability to follow oral and written directions
Interest in enhancing student school attendance, positive behavior and well-being
An online application and any required documents listed below must be submitted by: Open until filled
High school diploma AND
Evidence of completion of ten (10) college/university units in area of science or related area AND
Verification of one (1) of the following:
Two years (48 semester units) of study at an accredited college or university
Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university
Passage of BCSD Paraprofessional Test
CBEST
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

Responsibilities

Adheres to full implementation of program guidelines and procedures of the Extended Learning Program
Assists in developing and implementing science activities for participating students
Works with individual students and groups of students as needed
Works with parents and staff in promoting understanding of extended day program
Participates in inservice training as required
Assists in providing variety of activities related to physical fitness, fine arts, recreation, and prevention of unhealthful and inappropriate behavior
Assists in selection and maintenance of supplies, materials and equipment
Develops lesson plans related to instructional topics
Assists with physical education activities as needed
Assists in maintaining necessary records and files
Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability
Performs other related duties as assigned