LightHouse Program Assistant 1- Bossier LightHouse

Volunteers of America North Louisiana•Shreveport, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The LightHouse Program Assistant 1 supports children in the Bossier LightHouse after-school program by helping them understand academic content, develop strategies for school, and access resources for academic progress. The position works at a community site and assists students and program staff with academic and operational activities in a nurturing environment. This is a part-time position at the Bossier LightHouse location, Monday through Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The assistant builds relationships with youth, helps plan and deliver small-group lessons, supports homework and skill development, assists with classroom management and the daily third meal, and may transport students to and from the program. The role also includes light housekeeping and other assigned projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Willingness to seek and provide creative and meaningful learning experiences in a nurturing environment.
Ability to identify and address individual student needs.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people of all levels and backgrounds.
Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to adapt to changes in the daily schedule and work independently to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Basic organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive situations.
Flexibility to work with various age groups as required.
Ability to use a computer and communicate with others in an understandable manner.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and move throughout the building to access office equipment.
Ability to occasionally move light equipment.
Regular attendance at work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the education field or working with children.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain healthy relationships with youth in the LightHouse program.
Assist students and program staff with academic and operational functions at the LightHouse community site.
Assist the Program Coordinator with classroom management and the daily third meal.
Plan and implement daily lessons for designated small-group sessions.
Help students complete homework and remediate individual and whole-group skills.
Assist students with subject content based on their individual strengths and in conjunction with BPSB/CPSB academic components.
Teach study strategies and techniques to increase students’ fluency and skills.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with LightHouse policies and procedures.
Assist with transporting LightHouse students to the program and home when needed.
Perform light housekeeping duties.
Work on special projects as assigned.
Follow instructions and perform duties assigned by the supervisor or any Volunteers of America supervisor.
Travel among Volunteers of America locations within North Louisiana as required.