Youth Leader Before/After School Program

Classified•Covina, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Enrichment Program Site Supervisor, assist in the supervision of children, assist them with homework assignments, and instruct them in a variety of play, craft, and game activities; perform childcare support and follow-up activities for elementary and intermediate school children in an Extended Day Enrichment Program before and after school hours. The Youth Leader Before/After School Program provides before and after-school childcare to district and local K-12 community students. Incumbents assist in the planning of individual and group activities to stimulate and reinforce learning, according to the ages and needs of the children.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent
At least one year working with children in an organized setting
Knowledge of practical learning patterns and behavior of children.
Knowledge of basic concepts of child development and of behavior.
Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials used in an enrichment program.
Knowledge of number concepts.
Knowledge of Basic First Aid.
Knowledge of health and safety guidelines and regulations.
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Knowledge of basic math.
Knowledge of simple record keeping.
Ability to oversee enrichment program student activities.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to motivate children to participate in learning activities.
Ability to maintain emotional control in challenging situations.
Ability to recognize hazards to safety.
Ability to learn laws, rules, practices, and procedures related to educational enrichment program programs.
Ability to perform routine clerical work, such as posting figures, sorting, measuring, cutting, filing, and duplicating.
Ability to learn to operate educational technologies, machines or devices that aid students in support of their enrichment activities.
Ability to work well with children.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a school setting is preferred.
Possess a valid California driver’s license.
Possess First Aid and CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

Participate and lead small groups in games, crafts, and team sports activities.
Provide appropriate social skills to children; monitor and evaluate behavior; discipline when necessary using a variety of behavioral shaping techniques.
Conduct story time, cooking, and singing activities for children; conduct rest periods for students as appropriate.
Administer routine first aid and seek assistance for serious illness or injury situations when necessary; observe and report the health needs of students.
Assist in maintaining simple records and reports including attendance and parent payments according to approved procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of pupil and school information.
Perform light housekeeping and maintain the center in a safe, sanitary, and orderly condition.
Assist children with homework; assist with various educational activities including computers.
Inspect and review game activity areas and equipment to ensure that the play and game activities are conducted in a safe environment.
Assist in implementing and supervising a planned daily schedule of activities for children; assist children with a variety of activities.
May collect monies from students as a result of fundraisers.
May administer medication under specific guidelines.
Interact with parents and others; explain programs and procedures as necessary.
May distribute simple meals and/or snacks for students.
May assist individuals or small groups of students to reinforce learning activities.
Display children's work on walls and bulletin boards.
Perform related duties as assigned.