Afterschool Extended Learning Specialist I

Conejo Valley Unified School District; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Conejo Valley Unified School District is seeking substitute/on-call staff for an after-school program with a 3.5-hour shift from 2:30–6:00 pm during the school term (204 days/year).

You will assist in implementing instructional programs, present and reinforce instruction to individuals or small groups, and help students complete homework to reach academic goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree desirable.
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain safety and records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing instructional programs and lesson plans.
• Present and reinforce instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Assist students with homework and academic goals.
• Monitor behavior and supervise after-school activities.
• Maintain site records and sign-in/out sheets.
• Confer with supervisor about activities and report progress.

Skills

Child guidance

First aid CPR

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Safety practices

Recordkeeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree desirable

Job description

Permanent positions - available positions are 3.5 hrs/day - Work Shift: 2:30-6pm

Substitute/On-Call

Work Year Length: School-Term (204 days/year - late August to mid June)

Assist in implementing instructional programs, lesson plans, and enrichment activities.

Present and reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students.

Assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance; assure student understanding of program rules and procedures.

Assist students in completing homework assignments in a variety of subjects and reaching academic goals.

Observe, monitor and manage behavior of students enrolled in an assigned after-school program during educational and recreational activities; monitor and actively engage with students during indoor and outdoor activities;

Assist in maintaining site records, including discipline, parent sign-out and program activities in accordance with mandated program requirements.

Manage sign-in/out sheets for student entry into the program and upon release.

Confer with supervisor concerning educational activities and materials to meet student needs; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or an equivalent; Associate’s Degree is highly desirable.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License

Knowledge of

• Child guidance principles and practices.
• Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Basic subjects taught in schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios.
• Behavior management and motivation techniques.
• Health and safety practices and procedures.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• District organization, operations, regulations, policies and objectives related to position.
• General instructional techniques and strategies related to after-school programs.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Educational and recreational practices and procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• First aid/CPR techniques.
• Basic recordkeeping methods and procedures.
• Arithmetic calculations.

Ability to

• Learn and apply rules and regulations involved in assigned program functions
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Set appropriate boundaries with children and adults utilizing conflict resolution skills and proactive communication, following guidelines established in the Child Care Parent Policy Handbook.
• Comprehend and follow directions given verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Apply principles of creativity and flexibility in executing program functions
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthful environment
• Establish and maintain basic filing systems for program required recordkeeping
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and parents, program staff and the public.
• Develop and implement behavior plan as needed to address challenging student behaviors and address individual children’s needs.