Instructional Tech - Before & After School Program (10 Month/School Year)

Berkeley Unified School District • Berkeley, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Principal or Vice Principal, and guidance of an Afterschool Program Specialist, this role involves leading activities for a group of 1 to 20 school-aged children in an assigned after-school program. Responsibilities include assisting in planning and implementing activities, and monitoring students in both classroom and outdoor settings. This is a 10-month position aligned with the school year.

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.
• Basic child development principles and practices.
• Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Policies and procedures of assigned program and activities.
• Operation of a computer and assigned software.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Ability to assist in the overall activities of school-age students in an assigned after-school program.
• Ability to assist in planning and implementing activities.
• Ability to supervise students in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to oversee and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate a computer and assigned software.
• Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Valid first aid and CPR certificates issued by authorized agency.
• Some incumbents in this classification may be required to speak, read and write in a designated second language.

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

• Salaries are based on present information and are subject to change.
• Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting and increases are granted at intervals based on the anniversary date.

What This Job Offers

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