Instructional Tech - Before & After School Program (SUBSTITUTE ONLY)

Berkeley Unified School District • Berkeley, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A SUBSTITUTE POOL ONLY. Under the direction of a Principal or Vice Principal, and guidance of an Afterschool Program Specialist, lead activities of a group of 1 to 20 school-aged children in an assigned after-school program; assist in planning and implementing activities; monitor students in classroom and outdoor activities.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school supplemented by college level course work in child development or related field
• Two years' experience working in a school or child extended day program or volunteer experience in a similar program
• Valid first aid and CPR certificates issued by authorized agency preferred
• Incumbents must meet requirements specified under the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Some incumbents in this classification may be required to speak, read and write in a designated second language.

Nice To Haves

• Valid first aid and CPR certificates issued by authorized agency

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring, positive and interesting learning environment for students in an assigned extended day school program; prepare materials and supplies for daily activities; take attendance.
• Provide tutoring and/or homework assistance to a group of 1 to 20 students in reading/language arts, mathematics, history and social studies or science; explain questions and enhance student understanding of homework as needed.
• Lead and supervise a group of 1 to 20 students in various classroom activities including games, crafts, projects and related activities; supervise students in outdoor activities.
• Serve as role model and develop positive social behaviors of children; discipline students according to established procedures; reinforce positive behaviors as appropriate.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, duplicating, recording attendance and maintaining assigned records; prepare bulletin boards.
• Operate various office, audio-visual, playground and cooking equipment as assigned; answer telephone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
• Communicate with parents regarding student behavior as necessary.
• Administer first aid and follow necessary emergency procedures; identify and report safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Escort students to and from classrooms as assigned.
• Assist in the preparation of snacks for children.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED