Qualifications:

 

      Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience working with school-age children
• Proven ability to work effectively with a team
• Demonstrate written and oral skills
• Maintain high energy level
• Stand for extended period of time
• Lift 25 lbs.
• Tolerate outside weather conditions
• Hold current certificates in CPR and first aid or gain certification within 30 days from date of hire

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

 

1. Ensure student safety at all times.
2. Create and maintain a positive learning environment.
3. Instruct/lead students during all enrichment activities.
4. Prepare for lessons and activities prior to student arrival; store materials at the end of each day.
5. Assist children in maintaining the standards of behavior set by the program by using non-punitive disciplinary methods and positive reinforcement strategies.
6. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and co-workers.
7. Maintain accurate attendance records.
8. Work effectively in a team setting.
9. Actively participate in team meetings with the site coordinator and fellow instructors.
10. Attend staff meetings and professional development/training as required by the site coordinator.
11. Know all campus emergency procedures.
12. Know the procedures for medical emergencies.
13. Maintain professional conduct at all times.

 

The information above describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.