After-School Aide

South Hills Interfaith Movement•Pittsburgh, PA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

SHIM’s After School Program is designed to grow social emotional and academic skills among elementary-aged students through homework support and comprehension, fostering positive relationships and building a sense of belonging in a safe, and respectful multicultural space. The After School program runs during the academic year from September 28th to May 20th. The program operates Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 6:15 pm. 1st through 5th grade students receive snack and assistance with homework from 3:30 to 5:00 pm and participate in enrichment activities from 5:00 to 6:15 pm. The After School Aide is a seasonal part-time position available for the duration of the After School program (September through May). The After School Aide helps the After School Teacher to strengthen academic, physical, and social skills by providing academic support, enriching programming, and fostering relationships. The After School Aide works with the Teacher to support the daily functions of the classroom and provide a safe and educational environment for all students. After School staff are expected to be on site Monday through Thursday from 3:15 to 6:45pm. This is a seasonal program starting 9/28 but would be ready to onboard in early September for training and orientation (desired start date would be 9/16).

Requirements

Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, calm attitude
Demonstrated ability working with children, youth, or community development
Ability positively guide and direct students through positive role modeling
Sensitivity to work with a multi-cultural community
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal communication skills
Must possess initiative, creativity and problem-solving skills
Ability to work as a team member and to be highly flexible
Ability and willingness to work afternoon and evening hours and occasional Friday hours
Act 33/34, NSOR, and FBI clearances
CPR & first-aid certified
Completed Mandated Reporter Training and agreement to comply as a Mandated Reporter

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with academic content for elementary aged students preferred
Relevant experience or education within youth development, education, social emotional support, and program management will be considered

Responsibilities

Support students with daily homework help for assigned class
Support the After School Teacher in implementing the daily enrichment and centers activities.
Maintain a neat and organized learning environment
Participate in the arrival and dismissal procedures at the beginning and end of after school day
Supervise activities to ensure safety at all times and follow appropriate safety plans
Work cooperatively with Manager, Teachers, other Aides and volunteers
Establish positive and trusted relationships with students and their families
Participate in staff meetings and trainings
Maintain all supplies, equipment and materials; inform the After School Manager when supplies are needed
Maintain a clean environment and partake in shared cleaning and set up responsibilities
Other duties as assigned