Educator Assistant

The Salvation Army; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Educator Assistant (EA) for part-time after-school programs serving youth in grades K-7. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–7:30 PM, with occasional events on Saturdays if needed.

You will support the Educator I, help with homework, lead engaging activities, model positive behavior, and help organize Family Nights while ensuring a safe, clean environment and strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college credits in Education preferred.
• Experience in childcare or related field helpful.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized.
• Must be able to work with diverse population; safety oriented.
• Must complete PA Act 153 mandated reporter training within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Educator I in traditional and non-traditional education and recreational activities for youth in grades K-7.
• Assist youth in grades K-7 with homework completion.
• Act as a role model with strong communication with participants, staff, and parents.
• Assist with planning and implementing special events and Family Nights.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

College credits in Education

Job description

Overview

Position: Educator Assistant (EA)Location/Dept.: The Salvation Army Kroc Center (SAKC), Philadelphia, PAAvailability: ImmediateSchedule: Part Time. The EA must be willing and able to work Monday – Friday, 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM. The EA may need to work occasionally outside of the above for special events, including Saturdays.Reporting Relationship: Education DirectorSalary Grade: 73, Rate: $15.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Assist the Educator I in the implementation of traditional and non-traditional education and recreational activities for youth in grades K-7. Assist youth in grades K-7 with homework completion. Act as a role model for students. Exhibit a positive rapport and strong communication skills with program participants, staff, and parents. Assist with the planning and implementation of special events and Family Nights. Maintain a clean work environment. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, College credits in Education preferred. Experience in childcare or another related field helpful. Must be detail orientated and organized. Must be willing to work with a diverse population and age/grade groups. Must be safety orientated. Must have ability to work well with others while responding to direction and feedback. Ability to transition from school year programming to summer programming preferable. As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.

Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army Kroc CenterHuman Resources Department4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19129