Afterbell/Afterschool Staff (part-time): Central Campus, Tucson, Arizona

Leman Academy of Excellence Inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Tucson, Arizona is seeking part-time Afterbell/Afterschool Staff to oversee operational needs of the Afterbell program. The role requires strong communication skills, compliance with childcare regulations, and the ability to create a safe environment for scholars. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, relevant experience, and must possess First Aid/CPR certifications. This position emphasizes leadership in promoting health and safety while engaging effectively with scholars and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months related experience and/or training in childcare.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• First Aid/CPR certification is necessary.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with state childcare regulations.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for scholars.
• Supervise communal areas to ensure the safety of scholars.
• Assist scholars with homework during Afterbell program.

Skills

Child Care experience

Strong verbal communication

Ability to build relationships

Leadership in promoting health and safety

Initiative and resourcefulness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment (fax, copier, computer)

Job description

Afterbell/Afterschool Staff (part-time): Central Campus, Tucson, Arizona

Description

OUR MISSION

Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

CORE VALUES

Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence:

CARE: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.

CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.

COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.

CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION

Afterbell Staff is responsible for the ensuring daily operational needs of the School After Bell program. After Bell Staff are directly responsible for maintaining the After Bell program’s compliance with Leman Academy Norms and Scholar Expectations. As well as ensuring the health and safety of all scholars is being meet after school.

Line of Authority/Reports to: Afterbell Staff shall be directly responsible to the Afterbell Coordinator, Afterbell Lead and Site Principals in providing services required for the administration of the school in order to assure the smooth, efficient operation of after school care in Afterbell.

Job Goal: Afterbell Staff for Leman Academy serves in a pivotal role to provide care for all scholars enrolled in the Afterbell program within each site.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• Completed application (Required)
• Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); and 12 months related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid/ CPR
• Food Handler’s Card
• TB Test; TB test must be within a twelve-month period of the start date or a new test is required.
• Attend eighteen hours of annual training.
• Child Care experience preferred.
• Working Knowledge of childcare regulations and safety practices.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact the school community with an ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.

Duties and Areas of Responsibility:

• Ensure all Afterbell operations are in compliance with State Licensing childcare regulations.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for scholars and staff. Comply with all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, childcare.
• Prep cafeteria/recess areas, as well as cleanup and maintain stock of any regularly needed materials.
• Supervise and monitor inside and outside communal areas of the school building as schedule merits, to ensure the safety and welfare of scholars.
• Follows all sanitation regulations and regularly maintains all work areas.
• Maintain familiarity with and adherence to Leman Academy behavior Norms and Expectations for scholars.
• Prep Afterbell areas, as well as cleanup and maintain stock of any regularly needed materials.
• Create a structured Afterbell program by following regular schedules, lesson plans, outdoor activities and ensuring all schedules/plans adhere to Leman Academy Norms and Scholar expectations.
• Assists scholars with homework, outside recess and scheduled activities.
• Help implementation of promoting positive behavior and accomplishing homework goals during Afterbell.
• Identifies disciplinary issues with scholars, administer warnings as needed and escalating disciplinary issues as needed to Administration and Principals.
• Identifies and resolves discipline issues within the Afterbell program on a daily basis, escalating issues as needed to Afterbell Coordinator.
• Develop and maintain effective client, vendor, family, and community-based organizations relationships.
• Ensures confidentiality and adherence to FERPA in all areas.
• Regularly participate in any staff training, continued education or staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK HABITS AND ATTITUDES:

• Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
• Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and punctuality.
• Works well with minimum supervision.
• Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
• Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
• Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
• Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
• Follows school policies and safety rules.
• Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
• Embraces collaboration with other professionals.
• Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
• Maintains a professional environment at all times.

*Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.

Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.