Teacher

Communities in Schools•Jacksonville, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Communities In Schools After School Program is sponsored by the Kids Hope Alliance, partnering with the Duval County Public School system to provide innovative after-school academic enrichment activities. The primary focus is to strengthen students' academic abilities through project-based learning, homework assistance, tutoring for students identified as below grade level, and creative instruction in reading and math strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
At least two years' experience working in educational programs with youth.
Valid state Certified teacher required.
First aid and CPR certification required within 30 days of appointment and must be maintained.
Completion of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) 45 hour initial training must be completed within the first year of employment.
Must pass background screening on a local, state and federal level as required by the State of Florida Children and Family Services (DCPS).
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (Directive 0401).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Implements the academic component and completes lesson plans.
Supervises children and engages them in activities.
Understands program objectives and design.
Facilitates Project Based Learning activities.
Keeps and checks attendance at every transition point.
Submits weekly lesson plans to Site Coordinator/Lead Teacher.
Develops and implements academic plans in a fun, positive, interactive format supporting academic enrichment.
Requests needed materials and ensures their availability for lesson implementation.
Works with the after-school team to create a collegiate, productive, upbeat, and positive environment.
Encourages study groups, pairing academically talented students with those needing assistance.
Attends staff meetings and checks personal folder daily for communication.
Obtains required training set by the grant.
Signs in and out daily.
Communicates monthly with parents and teachers of home group students.
Attends field trips with home group.
Communicates daily with the Lead Teacher.
Works with janitors and students to ensure the room is in good order at the end of the evening.
Follows school board policies.
Performs any other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator.