Instructional Tech - Before & After School Program

Berkeley Unified School District•Berkeley, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Principal or Vice Principal and with guidance from an Afterschool Program Specialist, the Instructional Tech leads activities for a group of 1 to 20 school-aged children in an assigned after-school program. The role assists with planning and implementing activities and monitors students in classroom and outdoor settings. The position provides a safe, caring, positive, and engaging learning environment, including tutoring and homework assistance, supervision, student behavior support, safety monitoring, clerical tasks, and assistance with snacks.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to high school graduation supplemented by college-level coursework in child development or a related field.
Two years of experience working in a school or child extended-day program, or volunteer experience in a similar program.
Meet requirements specified under the No Child Left Behind Act.
Ability to supervise school-age students in classroom and outdoor activities and assist in planning and implementing activities.
Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment and oversee and discipline students under approved policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Knowledge of basic child development, safe practices, classroom procedures, student conduct, record-keeping, English usage, communication skills, program policies and procedures, computer operation, interpersonal skills, and health and safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide a safe, caring, positive, and interesting learning environment; prepare materials and supplies for daily activities and take attendance.
Provide tutoring and homework assistance in reading/language arts, mathematics, history and social studies, or science; explain questions and support student understanding.
Lead and supervise students in classroom activities such as games, crafts, and projects, and supervise outdoor activities.
Serve as a role model, develop positive social behaviors, discipline students according to established procedures, and reinforce positive behavior.
Follow health and safety practices, help maintain a clean and orderly environment, and identify and report safety hazards.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, duplicating, recording attendance, maintaining assigned records, and preparing bulletin boards.
Operate assigned office, audio-visual, playground, and cooking equipment; answer telephone calls and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.
Communicate with parents about student behavior as necessary.
Administer first aid and follow emergency procedures.
Escort students to and from classrooms as assigned.
Assist in preparing snacks for children.
Perform related duties as assigned.