express activity leader @ garfield elementary school, 3 hrs, cont - Spokane, United States - Spokane Public Schools

Description

Job Title: After-School Program Assistant

Company: Express Program

Description

• Work Hours: 3 hours per day
• Position Type: School Year (193 days / 10 months)
• Working Hours: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Salary: Level 45 on the Express Activity Leader Salary Schedule. Experience increments are dependent on previous experience in a Washington Public School or licensed childcare center in the state of Washington. Completion of STARS profile is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement a schedule of activities and events before and after school for school-age children.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of the facilities used in the Express program.
• Supervise all children enrolled in the Express program.
• Assist the Express site director in developing program and activities.
• Maintain necessary records.
• Implement appropriate and constructive discipline as set by the program coordinator.
• Carry out other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to fulfill the listed responsibilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience and capability in working with elementary students.
• Previous experience in a school setting or similar youth program is preferred.
• Education in child development or a related field is desirable.
• Completion of 30 hours of Basic Training within 60 days of hire. Additional 10 hours of STARS training required each calendar year.
• Must uphold MERIT requirements (Managed Education and Registry Information Tool).
• Demonstrated interpersonal and basic communication skills.
• CPR certificate, first aid card, food handler's permit, proof of MMR Immunization, Immunity, or certified exemption for medical/religious reasons needed upon hire.
• Proven ability to work well with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators while maintaining confidentiality.
• Positive interaction with youths and adults from various backgrounds.
• Physical capability to accompany students on field trips, bend and stoop when needed, chase/run after students, and lift 30 pounds.
• Willingness to assist students with personal hygiene in accidental or emergency situations.