Substitute Express Activity Leader

Spokane Public Schools•Various Locations - Spokane, WA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

On-call position working at various schools or sites as requested. Assist in the operation of the Express program. HOURS PER DAY VARY, BUT NORMALLY SPLIT HOURS FROM 6:30 TO 8:50 a.m. and 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. SALARY: Hourly rate will be based on the MI-3 Schedule adopted by the board.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
Demonstrated experience and ability in working with school-age and/or preschool students.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in basic communication skills.
TB test, CPR certificate, first aid card, and food handler's permit required upon hiring.
MMR and maintenance of MERIT (Managed Education and Registry Informational Tool) account is mandatory.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators while maintaining confidentiality.
Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Physical ability to walk with students on field trips, bend and stoop.
Physical ability to chase/run after students, when necessary, in order to maintain safety of students.
Ability to lift 30 pounds.
Willingness to assist students with personal hygiene in accidental or emergency situations when necessary.
Must be at least 16 years old.
Must hold a state issued ID or valid Driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience in school setting or equivalent youth program preferred.
Education in child development or related field desirable.
30 hours of basic training within 60 days preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement a schedule of activities and events before and after school for school-age children.
Assure proper care and maintenance of the facilities being used in the Express program.
Supervise all children who are enrolled in the Express program.
Assist the Express site director and activity leaders in the development of program and activities.
Maintain records and certificates as required.
Carry out appropriate and positive discipline as established by the program coordinator.
Perform other such duties as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options.
Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
Supplemental Life and AD&D
Long-Term Disability insurance
Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)
Free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan.
Retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement.
DRS Deferred Compensation Program
403(b)-retirement plan through the district’s plan manager, OMNI.