After-School Specialist (Club J)

Oshman Family JCC•Palo Alto, CA

5d•$30 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is seeking an After-School Specialist for its Club J program. This role is responsible for ensuring educational excellence and compliance for children in grades K-5 by providing guidance to teachers, overseeing transportation logistics, and specialized programming. The OFJCC is an innovative non-profit organization in Silicon Valley that creates meaningful experiences through various programs including education, fitness, and wellness.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree preferred
1+ year of experience teaching in a licensed child care center or comparable program
1+ years of experience in youth program development
12 semester units of Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD) units or units recognized by Community Care Licensing as qualifying in an afterschool setting.
Cleared Background Check (Fingerprints, Child Abuse Index Check and Medical/TB exam)
Valid and appropriate California Driver License
Safe driving record that meets the OFJCC insurance requirements
Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (both written and oral)
Ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employees
Ability to multitask and adjust priorities when required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Positive, upbeat, and enthusiastic about working in a non-profit environment

Responsibilities

Communicate Club J goals and expectations to all teaching staff and provide appropriate levels of feedback and support to foster continued professional development.
Coordinates transportation logistics for teachers and students, including the timely pick-up and drop-off of children from school to Club J. Serve as the main contact for transportation-related questions and maintain contact with parents and caretakers as necessary.
Manage scheduling adjustments for teachers and students, track and handle student and staff absences, and make necessary changes to maintain smooth operations of transportation.
Plan, supervise, and implement developmentally appropriate experiences for the after-school program based on the goals of the platform. Engage with children through play to broaden their learning experiences.
Create a consistent and welcoming learning environment that provides for emotional, cognitive, social and physical growth in children.