EDEP Group Leader

Focus School Software LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus School Software LLC seeks an EDEP Group Leader to enrich the educational, emotional and physical well being of students in the Coronado Beach after-school program.

The role requires supervising a group of students, coordinating activities, maintaining safety, and communicating with staff, parents and Site Lead. Training in CPR/First Aid and STAR preferred; high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Ensure ability to implement program goals and approaches.
• Proven experience coordinating organized activities for children.
• First Aid/CPR certification obtained or completed within first year.
• Preference for STAR substitute teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of program phases and procedures.
• Supervise activities and ensure safety and order at all times.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Coordinate with volunteers and ensure equipment is ready.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required trainings.
• Notify Site Lead/Principal for absences in writing if needed.

Skills

Program goals

Growth & development

Enrichment programs

Communication skills

Customer relations

Leadership teamwork

Judgment & discretion

Discipline policy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience with children activities

First Aid/CPR certification

STAR substitute training (preferred)

Job description

POSITION GOAL: Enrich the educational, emotional and physical well being of students in the quality Volusia County Schools’ After School Program

Performance Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all phases of the program and job.
• Successfully complete appropriate tasks and follow procedures and policies.
• Establish and maintain good judgment in support of the program.
• Remain in the program area during assigned hours unless specifically assigned duty elsewhere.
• Establish and maintain positive communication with students, parents, school staff and Site Lead.
• Become familiar with the program site and follow the directions for all emergency procedures: fire drills, severe weather drill, emergency evacuation procedures and others as needed.
• Successfully complete in-service and staff development sessions as required (CPR, GSM, etc. . .).
• Attend and participate in required periodic staff meetings and/or workshops
• Ensure proper supervision at all times.
• Maintain work area in a neat, clean manner conducive to constructive play appropriate to the age group.
• Coordinate activities with volunteers working with his/her group of children.
• Effectively carry out assigned group activities.
• Establish and maintain promptness and attendance.
• Notify the Site Lead and/or Principal/Administrator in a timely manner of the need to be absent. This notification may be required in writing.
• Ensure the equipment and materials are arranged, available, and maintained in good condition.
• Encourage parental involvement.
• Perform general housekeeping duties for the program as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Site Lead.

*Denotes essential job function/ADA

Position Summary

Position Code:6069701005

Subject: EDEP Group Leader

Grade level(s): K-5

School/Site: Coronado Beach

Required Qualifications/Certifications

Required Qualifications

• Hold a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent
• Experience in working effectively with and managing organized activities for children (volunteer or paid)
• Holds current certification or will successfully complete the following course during the first year of employment: First Aid/CPR
• Successful completion of the Volusia County Schools substitute teacher training course (STAR) within one (1) year of date of hire is preferred

Required Skills

• Ability to implement program goals and strategies
• Willingness to help a child through the trials and errors of normal growth and development
• Ability to manage creative enrichment programs for students in grades 6-8
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form
• Effective customer relations skills
• Ability to function as a member of a leadership team
• Ability to exercise good judgment regarding sensitive and confidential personnel and student matters
• A basic knowledge of VCS’ discipline policy

REPORTS TO: BEFORE THE BELL Site Lead

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

Salary Info

$15.35 - $16.03 per hour