After-School Academic Coach

Communities-in-School; Carver Manor (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Communities In Schools After School Program in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a part-time teacher to deliver academic enrichment, supervise students, and support project-based learning after school.

You will plan lessons, coordinate with site staff, attend meetings, and ensure safety and attendance. A bachelor's degree and state teaching certification are required, with CPR/First Aid within 30 days and DCF 45-hour training within the first year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Two years' experience working in educational programs with youth.
• Valid state Certified teacher required.
• First aid and CPR certification required within 30 days of appointment and must be maintained.
• Completion of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) 45 hour initial training must be completed within the first year of employment.
• Background screening per Florida DCPS requirements is required.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements the academic component and completes lesson plans.
• Supervises the children and engages them in activities.
• Understands the program objectives and program design.
• Facilitates Project Based Learning activities as outlined in the grant.
• Keeps and checks attendance at every transition point.
• Submits weekly lesson plans to Site Coordinator/Lead Teacher.
• Develops and implements academic plans that are designed in a fun, positive, interactive format and support academic enrichment.
• Requests needed materials and makes sure they are available to implement lessons.
• Works with after school team to create a collegiate, productive, upbeat and positive environment.
• Encourages study groups, pairing academically talented students with those needing assistance.
• Attends staff meetings and checks personal folder daily for communication from program director or other colleagues.
• Obtains required training set by the grant.
• Signs in and out daily.
• Communicates monthly with parents and teachers of home group students.
• Attends field trips with home group.
• Communicates daily with the Lead Teacher.
• Works with janitors and students to assure that room is in good order at the end of the evening and is ready for the next day's school.
• Follows school board policies.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator.

Job description

Communities In Schools After School Program in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a part-time teacher to deliver academic enrichment, supervise students, and support project-based learning after school.

You will plan lessons, coordinate with site staff, attend meetings, and ensure safety and attendance. A bachelor's degree and state teaching certification are required, with CPR/First Aid within 30 days and DCF 45-hour training within the first year.