Afterbell Program Director (full-time): Central Campus

Leman Academy of Excellence Inc•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Afterbell Program Director (full-time): Central Campus About Leman Academy Leman Academy of Excellence is an independently operated, tuition-free public classical charter school with open-admission policies. Many of the foundational principles for the educational philosophy of Leman Academy of Excellence have been formed and established by Dr. Kevin Leman, the founder of the school, who has often dreamed of launching a school and learning environment for young people that willingly engages and embraces parents in the educational process, highlighting the parent-teacher-scholar relationship to bring out the best in each and every child. The primary goal of Leman Academy is to prepare our scholars to become contributing members of society, future leaders, and powerful difference-makers in our world. How does this happen? Well… it starts with relationships, and our school is all about relationships. The school’s three core values will drive the success of Leman Academy of Excellence, and fostering relationships is at the core of two of them. We view parent engagement at Leman Academy a critical piece to the success of our school. Research demonstrates that scholar learning and achievement is greater the more active a role the parent plays in the school. We will partner with our families knowing the significant role parents play for a child to reach their full potential in life. Additionally, we will treat every young person worthy of our utmost attention and respect, and worthy of receiving a rich, generous, connected curriculum that respects each as a learner. Our teachers will greet their scholars at the door as they enter the classroom, letting the young people know on a daily basis that they are valued and cared for by their teacher. This goes back to relationships and creating a positive school culture, which ultimately promotes greater academic learning for all of our scholars. Finally, by offering a rigorous classical educational program that significantly impacts scholar learning, we are providing our teachers with a clearly defined and incredibly effective pathway to academic excellence. OUR MISSION Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today. Additional information can be found at lemanacademy.com. General Job Description The Afterbell Director is responsible for the oversight of the School After Bell program’s daily operations and needs. The After Bell Director is directly responsible for maintaining the After Bell program’s compliance with all state regulatory and Leman Academy Norms and Expectations. As well as ensuring the safety of all scholars is being meet by all leman staff after school. Line of Authority/Reports to: The Afterbell Director shall be directly responsible to the Site Principals in providing services required for the administration of the school in order to assure the smooth, efficient operation of the Afterbell program. Works with: Principal, Vice Principal, Head of School’s, Faculty, Office Staff, Department Heads, Families and Scholars of Leman Academy of Excellence, and vendors who may provide services for our scholars. Job Goal: The Afterbell Director for Leman Academy serves in a pivotal role to provide leadership and oversight for the provision of child care programs within each site.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); and 12 months related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years minimum of Child Care experience.
Thirty or more training hours in early childhood, child development or closely related field.
AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
First Aid/ CPR.
Food Handler’s Card.
Valid Driver’s License
TB Test; TB test must be within a twelve month period of start date or a new test is required.
Attend eighteen hours of annual training.
Working Knowledge of child care regulations and safety practices.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact school community with an ability to build strong relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.
Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
Have a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
Works well with minimum supervision.
Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
Follows school policies and safety rules.
Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
Maintains a professional environment at all times.

Responsibilities

Helps ensure all policies, procedures and performance standards for Leman Academy and the Afterbell program are being met on a daily basis under the direction of the site Principals.
Ensure all Afterbell operations are in compliance with State Licensing child care regulations.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for scholars and staff. Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, child care.
Ensure daily coverage of all Afterbell areas by staff, including making staff schedules and maintaining appropriate ratios.
Coordinates use of space with Site Principal and Office Manager to ensure school activities and Afterbell are not double booked.
Ensures confidentiality and adherence to FERPA from all Afterbell staff.
Prep Afterbell areas, as well as cleanup and maintain stock of any regularly needed materials.
Train, Develop and maintain incoming staff on Leman Academy Norms, Policies and Afterbell Expectations.
Regularly meets with Afterbell Staff to resolve issues as they arise and provide continual training and growth opportunities.
Create a structured Afterbell program by creating regular schedules, lesson plans, outdoor activities and ensuring all schedules/plans adhere to State Regulations and Leman Norms.
Supervises staff who assists scholars with homework, outside recess and scheduled activities and regularly works within the Afterbell classes alongside Afterbell staff.
Track, Maintain and Obtain any Afterbell snacks as needed, regularly working with on-site Preschool and Food Service Program to facilitate snack provisions.
Help implementation of promoting positive behavior and accomplishing homework goals during Afterbell.
Identifies and resolves discipline issues within the Afterbell program on a daily basis, escalating issues as needed.
Directly communicate with site Vice Principal and/or Principal on any discipline related issues that occur within the Afterbell program.
Develop and maintain effective client, vendor, family and community-based organizations relationships.