After School Instructor, Expanded Learning

Company: CATALYST FAMILY INC
Location: Port Hueneme
Posted on: May 18, 2023

Job Description:

Job Details

Job Location
30312 Parkview ELOP - Port Hueneme, CA

Position Type
Part Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$17.04 - $25.56 Hourly

Travel Percentage
None

Job Shift
M - F 11am - 5pm

Description

Position Purpose:

After School Instructors may work with a group of up to 20 students from TK - 8th grade with daily tasks consisting of but not limited to: tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. Instructors must have high energy, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to maintain a fun and organized atmosphere. After School Instructors report to the Site Coordinator at their respective site.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides tutoring and homework assistance to help students meet national standards
• Collaborates with Site Coordinator to create and implement all Catalyst ELO-P curriculum, rules, and procedures, including new curriculum that may be introduced during the school year
• Provides students with educational enrichment which may include positive youth development strategies, recreation and prevention activities, and the ability to teach youth positive life skills
• Works collaboratively with staff members at site
• Tracks students progress using programmatic protocol
• Ensures the students receive consistent supervision and always provides a safe and supported environment.
• Tracks attendance daily
• Fills out lesson planning form weekly
• Maintains a high level of professionalism with students and families
• Attends regular staff meetings
• Supports and participates in family and site-based events
• Supports other sites when needed or called upon if staffing constraints arise
• Communicates regularly with the Site Coordinator regarding all aspects of the program at the designated site
• Undergoes and maintains all assigned health and safety, education, and HR trainings
• Participates in professional development enrichment opportunities to enhance student learning
• Promotes an inclusive environment of teamwork to ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is practiced/applied in department operations, programs, and services
  
  Qualifications
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Education: The MINIMUM formal relevant education required by the position.
  
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must meet school districts requirements for a Paraprofessional (based on district in which job is offeredrequirements vary district to district).
    Experience: The MINIMUM relevant experience necessary to qualify for the position.
    
    • 6 or more months working with children preferred
      Decision Making
      
      • Specific projects and goals are assigned with some latitude for decision-making and setting of priorities. Supervision is readily available, and work may be checked for accuracy and completeness.
        Critical Thinking
        
        • Critical thinking involves the analysis of complex facts related to complex situations, requiring the interpretation and comparison of a wide range of options.
          Interaction & Collaboration
          
          • This position works formally with other individuals and informally among several departments.
            Physical and Environmental conditions:
            
            • More than 50% of daily assignments involve prolonged physical effort.
              Other Qualifications:
              
              • Must be at least 18 years of age
              • Ability to solely manage a classroom of up to 20 students
              • College units in education, recreation, child development desired
              • Understanding of behavior management and effective disciplinary techniques
              • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
              • Highly organized with exceptional interpersonal and partnering relationship skills
              • Enthusiastic and highly motivated
              • Proven leadership and team-building skills
              • Excellent time management skills
              • Flexible, team oriented, child focused, and wanting to make a difference in childrens lives
              • Ability to meet state-specific requirements; Finger print LIVE SCAN, CPR/FA, Medical Certificate/TB test, Mandated Reporter training
                We Offer:
                
                • Career Development and Training
                • Discounted Childcare
                • Paid Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
                • Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
                • 401K
                • Life Insurance
                • Commuter Benefits
                • Company Discounts
                  We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

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