YEP After School Program Leader, 19-30 hours per week

Hayward Unified School District • Hayward, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Youth Enrichment Site Coordinator or assigned supervisor, this role provides tutoring to reinforce school instruction to individual or small groups of students during after-school activities. The position also involves observing and controlling the behavior of students enrolled in the Youth Enrichment program during educational and recreational activities. Some positions are a split shift and require availability from 6-9am AND 12-6pm.

Requirements

• Meet the requirements of the Federal and State "No Child Left Behind" NCLB legislation.
• 48 semester units of college study or an AA Degree or upon passing a NCLB qualifying written examination.
• 6 months of experience working with children in an educational or recreational program.
• Must be available to work between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Monday - Friday.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in District schools, including mathematics, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Knowledge of instructional techniques and strategies related to after-school programs.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of educational and recreational practices and procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques.
• Ability to provide tutoring to reinforce school instruction to individual or small groups of students during after-school activities.
• Ability to observe and control behavior of students enrolled in the Youth Enrichment program during educational and recreational activities.
• Ability to assist students in completing homework assignments.
• Ability to implement and oversee arts and crafts and other educational projects.
• Ability to oversee and interact with students during athletic, recreational, playground, snack time and other after-school activities.
• Ability to learn policies and objectives of the Youth Enrichment program.
• Ability to read books to students and assist with reading and writing activities as assigned.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to be flexible to perform work within changing priorities and possess sufficient interpersonal skill to work harmoniously with staff, students, administrators, parents and others.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and various software.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to observe health and safety regulations.
• Ability to maintain routine records related to assigned activities.
• Ability to create and follow activity plans.

Nice To Haves

• Transcripts to verify the completion of 48 or more semester units.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring to reinforce school instruction to individual or small groups of students during after-school activities.
• Assist students in completing homework assignments.
• Implement and oversee arts and crafts and other educational projects.
• Observe and manage behavior of students enrolled in the Youth Enrichment program during educational and recreational activities.
• Monitor and interact with students during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Oversee athletic, recreational, playground, snack time and other after-school activities.
• Monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects.
• Confer with the Youth Enrichment Site Coordinator concerning educational activities and materials to meet student needs.
• Report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures.
• Maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of Program educational, recreational and athletic activities.
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned.
• Assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition.
• Communicate with District personnel and parents to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns related to student progress and Program activities.
• Maintain routine records related to students, Program activities, attendance and assigned duties as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Contribution of up to $2,500 per year to be used towards a District healthcare plan or cash in lieu of up to $1,350 per year.
• Dental coverage is provided free of charge for all employees working 20 hours per week, or more.
• Family coverage is available and any additional premium will be employee paid.
• Classified employees must participate in the CalPERS Retirement program.
• All employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
• Optional benefits including life insurance, short term disability, and a medical and dependent care flexible spending option.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree