Instructional Aide - Expanded Learning

Long Beach Unified School District•Long Beach, CA

12h

About The Position

The Instructional Aide in Expanded Learning assists with planning and implementing Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELO-P) that meet individual students’ needs. Assignments may be in before- and after-school programs or in TK and Kindergarten classrooms. Under general supervision, the aide participates in and monitors students during activities, supports their social and physical growth, and helps maintain a positive, safe, and orderly environment. The role includes preparing and supervising activities and snacks or meals; supporting student behavior and learning; communicating with families and District staff; handling enrollment, fees, records, and other clerical tasks; and helping maintain program health and safety. Some assignments may include opening or closing a site, providing work direction, driving a personal vehicle, assisting with toileting or diapering, or administering prescribed medication under District procedures. Current openings include part-time and substitute positions. Permanent employees typically work 3.8 hours per day, 19 hours per week, for 10 months. Substitute schedules vary according to program needs. The eligibility list is intended to fill current and future vacancies.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
At least six months of experience working with students in an instructional, extended-day care, or similar recreation program.
Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within six months of employment and maintain it throughout employment.
Knowledge of child development and behavior, safe classroom and playground practices, recordkeeping, personal hygiene, health and sanitation, CPR and first aid, and basic school subjects.
Ability to assist with program planning, supervise and motivate students, maintain clean and orderly facilities, work independently and as part of a team, meet schedules, and use positive discipline strategies.
Ability to interact professionally with families and others, follow District and program procedures, maintain cooperative working relationships, perform clerical work, maintain routine records, administer first aid, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to operate office and classroom equipment, including a computer and assigned software.
Some positions may require use of a personal automobile and a valid California Class C driver’s license.
Other combinations of education, training, and experience that demonstrate the required skills, knowledge, or abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

College-level coursework in early childhood education, social sciences, recreation, child development, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing ELO-P activities tailored to students’ interests, special needs, and talents.
Participate in and monitor students during games, songs, physical exercise, free play, arts and crafts, meals and snacks, homework, clubs, and instructional activities.
Promote students’ social and physical growth, self-esteem, positive attitudes, and learning.
Maintain student behavior and assist with discipline using positive strategies.
Prepare and organize activities, materials, supplies, furniture, bulletin boards, and clean program spaces.
Prepare and serve snacks and meals; operate designated food-preparation machines and clean up afterward.
Enroll students; collect fees; prepare receipts; and assist with accounting and inventory records.
Communicate and coordinate with District staff, students, families, and others to exchange information and address concerns.
Promote program enrollment and objectives, and assist with family orientation sessions.
Perform clerical tasks such as answering phones, filing, duplicating, typing, and maintaining records, logs, and files.
Operate office and instructional equipment, including computers and assigned software; drive a personal vehicle when assigned.
Attend workshops, in-service sessions, staff meetings, and training programs.
Provide first aid or physical assistance to ill or distressed students; assist with toileting and diapering as needed; and administer prescribed medication according to District procedures.
Help monitor compliance with health and safety regulations.
Open or close the program site as assigned and, when assigned, train and guide others.
Perform related duties as assigned.