Expanded Learning Program Enrichment Leader-Carlton Oaks Pos#30020752

Santee School District•Santee, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Director and/or Expanded Learning Program Coordinator, and under the general direction of the Assistant Site Leader and Site Leader, this role involves working with individual and groups of students to reinforce academics in a learning environment. The position also includes performing clerical duties and providing a variety of enrichment activities in an out-of-school setting to support program goals and objectives.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Twelve units in any combination of: early childhood education, child development, school-age care and development, elementary education, recreation or ROP or other equivalent child care training program.
May substitute hours of attendance in workshops, trainings or conferences related to school-age care. Fifteen hours of workshops, trainings or conferences will equal one unit of college credit.
Must participate in ongoing training.
Possession of First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
"No Child Left Behind" certification mandated by the State of California for Instructional Assistants. Certification may be granted in three ways: 1) Possession of an Associates Degree (AA); 2) Completion of 48 college semester units (official transcripts required); or 3) Completion of a District-approved NCLB proficiency test.
Good health and freedom from communicable diseases.
Good physical condition, agility and strength commensurate with the duties of the class.
Honesty, industry, initiative, dependability and good judgment in conjunction with position duties.
Loyalty and other related qualities.
Knowledge of general goals of the District and Expanded Learning Program.
Knowledge of developmental stages and behaviors of school-age students.
Knowledge of developmental and behavioral characteristics of students with special needs.
Knowledge of methods for controlling and motivating students.
Knowledge of basic methods used in overseeing and directing student’s activities in a variety of age-appropriate settings.
Knowledge of correct grammar and spelling.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of recordkeeping techniques.
Knowledge of effective interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of proper handling techniques of hazardous materials.
Knowledge of basic computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel, internet use, print program, etc.) and district computer programs (e.g. PowerSchool, etc.).
Ability to provide specialized enrichment opportunities for students.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and co-workers.
Ability to act quickly with mature judgment.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
Ability to learn basic tutoring techniques and methods.
Ability to begin work as early as 6:30 a.m. and/or work as late as 6:00 p.m.
Ability to supervise a variety of student groups in a variety of settings.
Ability to work independently and with a minimum of direction.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance while at work.

Nice To Haves

Prefer one-year experience working with school-age children in an after-school setting.

Responsibilities

Provides careful and effective supervision of student groups, on and off campus, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Encourages proper student behavior and maintains students’ safety and discipline through the implementation of the approved behavior plan.
Provides a variety of activities in support of the program goals.
Organizes and supervises outdoor play, sports, recreation and creative activities for student groups.
Maintains records, including attendance, upon request of the Site Leader, Assistant Site Leader, Coordinator or Director.
Implements the Homework program, reinforcing instruction in a learning environment.
Directs students during scheduled homework program.
Prepares and distributes nutritious snacks.
Monitors students’ arrival to the out-of-school time program and implements the policies on checking on absent students.
Monitors students’ departure from the out-of-school time program.
Reports any unusual or improper actions to appropriate personnel.
Checks restrooms and other facilities to ensure rules of the school are being followed by students using these areas.
Halts disturbances and reports actions to appropriate personnel.
Detains students pending the arrival of local administrator, law enforcement officer and/or emergency medical services when necessary.
Communicates positively and appropriately with parents regarding their child in relationship to the out-of-school time programs.
Maintains a cooperative relationship with school staff and provides information regarding student progress or problems when appropriate.
When appropriate, provides a link between the child's classroom teacher and the parents.
Implements program plan.
Implements student discipline plan.
In coordination with the Director and/or Coordinator, may provide general direction of Project SAFE Assistants in the implementation of their duties.
Assists in maintaining records of monetary collection.
Provides first aid and health-related services as needed.
Prepares and maintains inventories of materials.
Straightens and organizes classroom or learning facility.
Accompanies students on field trips.
Dispenses medication as needed, under the direction of the District Nurse.
Attends meetings and in-services at the Director’s request.
Meets scheduled timelines.
Works with and around hazardous materials.
Other related duties as may be assigned.