DEFINITION
Under the direct supervision of Director and/or Expanded Learning Program Coordinator; and under the general direction of Assistant Site Leader and Site Leader, work with individual and groups of students, reinforcing academics, in a learning environment; perform clerical duties; provide a variety of enrichment activities in an out-of-school setting in support of the goals and objectives of the programs.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
1. Provides careful and effective supervision of student groups, on and off campus, in accordance with the established policies and procedures.
2. Encourages proper student behavior and maintains students’ safety and discipline, through the implementation of the approved behavior plan.
3. Provides a variety of activities in support of the program goals.
4. Organizes and supervises outdoor play, sports, recreation and creative activities for student groups.
5. Maintains records, including attendance, upon request of the Site Leader, Assistant Site Leader, Coordinator or Director.
6. Implements the Homework program, reinforcing instruction in a learning environment.
7. Directs students during scheduled homework program.
8. Prepares and distributes nutritious snacks.
9. Monitors students’ arrival to the out-of-school time program and implements the policies on checking on absent students.
10. Monitors students’ departure from the out-of-school time program.
11. Reports any unusual or improper actions to appropriate personnel.
12. Checks restrooms and other facilities to insure rules of the school are being followed by students using these areas.
13. Halts disturbances and reports actions to appropriate personnel.
14. Detains students pending the arrival of local administrator, law enforcement officer and/or emergency medical services when necessary.
15. Communicates positively and appropriately with parents regarding their child in relationship to the out-of-school time programs.
16. Maintains a cooperative relationship with school staff and provides information regarding student progress or problems when appropriate.
17. When appropriate, provides a link between the child's classroom teacher and the parents.
18. Implements program plan.
19. Implements student discipline plan.
20. In coordination with the Director and/or Coordinator, may provides general direction of Project SAFE Assistants in the implementation of their duties.
21. Assists in maintaining records of monetary collection.
22. Provides first aid and health-related services as needed.
23. Prepare and maintain inventories of materials.
24. Straighten and organize classroom or learning facility.
25. Accompany students on field trips.
26. Dispenses medication as needed, under the direction of the District Nurse.
27. Attends meetings and in-services at the Director’s request.
28. Meets scheduled timelines.
29. Works with and around hazardous materials.
30. Other related duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE
Knowledge of:
General goals of the District and Expanded Learning Program.
Developmental stages and behaviors of school-age students.
Developmental and behavioral characteristics of students with special needs.
Methods for controlling and motivating students.
Basic methods used in overseeing and directing student’s activities in a variety of age appropriate settings
Correct grammar and spelling
Oral and written communication skills.
Recordkeeping techniques
Effective interpersonal skills
Proper handling techniques of hazardous materials.
Basic computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel, internet use, print program, etc.) and district computer programs (e.g. PowerSchool, etc.)
Ability to:
Provide specialized enrichment opportunities for students.
Communicate effectively with students, parents and co-workers.
Act quickly with mature judgment.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Learn basic tutoring techniques and methods.
Begin work as early as 6:30 a.m. and/or work as late as 6:00 p.m.
Supervise a variety of student groups in a variety of settings.
Work independently and with a minimum of direction.
Maintain a professional appearance while at work.
Training and Experience:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Twelve units in any combination of: early childhood education, child development, school-age care and development, elementary education, recreation or ROP or other equivalent child care training program. May substitute hours of attendance in workshops, trainings or conferences related to school-age care. Must show proof of attendance. Fifteen hours of workshops, trainings or conferences will equal one unit of college credit. Prefer one-year experience working with school-age children in an after-school setting. Must participate in ongoing training.
Licenses and Other Certificates:
Possession of First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
District Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam certification mandated by the State of California for Instructional Assistants. Certification may be granted in three ways:
1) Possession of an Associates Degree (AA);
2) Completion of 48 college semester units (official transcripts required); or
3) Completion of a District-approved NCLB proficiency test.
Characteristics:
Possess: good health and freedom from communicable diseases; good physical condition, agility and strength commensurate with the duties of the class; honesty; industry; initiative; dependability and good judgment in conjunction with position duties; loyalty and other related qualities.
Working Conditions: Classroom and off campus settings and playground environment: subject to bending, stooping, lifting, subject to noise, standing for long periods, temperature extremes.
ATTACHMENTS: MUST UPLOAD REQUIRED FIRST AID/CPR/AED CERTIFICATIONS AND NCLB QUALIFICATION FOR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE.
Work Year
12 months / 4.0 hours
2:00pm-6:00pm
Salary Classification: 21
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