Expanded Learning Program Assistant - Pos #2649 - Cooper Elementary

ReNEW Schools; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks an Expanded Learning Program Assistant to help run after-school programs, plan engaging lessons, and provide tutoring in core subjects. You will work with a site coordinator to create a safe, enriching environment for students, aligning activities with district goals.

The role emphasizes youth development, collaboration with staff, and ongoing professional development in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Meet NCLB requirements by possessing an Associate's Degree, 48 semester units, or passing NCLB exam.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lessons and activities aligned with program goals.
• Provide homework assistance and small group tutoring in core subjects.
• Create interactive, goal-oriented lesson plans with LIAS alignment.
• Prepare youth for performances and manage program materials.
• Supervise students during programming and maintain safety.
• Support positive behavior interventions and communicate with adults.

Skills

Youth development

English communication

Fostering student achievement

Collaboration

Classroom supervision

Technology use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or 48 semester units OR NCLB exam passage

Tools

Computer

Tablets

Job description

VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources

665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592

JOB DESCRIPTION

EXPANDED LEARNING PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Title: Expanded Learning Program Assistant Reports To: District Coordinator of School & Student Accountability or Designee

Department: School and Student Accountability Work Year: LC185

Classification: CSEA Salary: Current Classified Salary Schedule

Date Approved:

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Under the supervision of After School Site Coordinator and the District Coordinator of After School Programs, the Expanded Learning Program Assistant develops, implements and facilitates lessons and activities aligned with Extended Learning Program and VCUSD goals that support the academic success and the social/emotional development of all program students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Work with the After School Site Coordinator to develop an engaging out-of-school time program that reflects youth voice, and youth development needs of all students E
• Provide students with homework assistance, provide small group tutoring in core academic subjects: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, and assist students in developing good study habits E
• Prepare creative, hands-on interactive lesson plans with short and long range curricular goals and objectives that embody the 5 Principles of Learning in Afterschool and Summer (LIAS): programming that is active, collaborative, supports mastery, is meaningful, and expands horizons to implement a variety of technology, sports, wellness, fine arts, and performing arts programming for youth E
• Prepare youth for performances and presentations associated with programming E
• Use a variety of materials, resources, and experiences to enrich student learning E
• Provide active supervision of students during all programming activities E
• Implement the VCUSD’s positive behavior intervention system to help students meet behavior expectations, provide students with positive reinforcement when meeting expectations and corrective feedback when needed E
• Use effective positive interpersonal communication with youth and adults E
• Maintain confidentiality of student information, written and oral E
• Report to Site Coordinator regarding unsafe or unusual incidents and complete any incident reporting documents required E
• Participate in regular professional development and program improvement activities E
• Assist the site coordinator in maintaining a safe, organized and clean environment for all programming E
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Meet the requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) by possessing an Associate's Degree, or 48 semester units from an accredited institution of higher learning, or passing score on the VCUSD proficiency NCLB examination.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Commitment: Committed to positive youth development, the academic achievement of all students and passionate about closing the achievement gap
• Leadership: Coaches, mentors and challenges others to excel despite obstacles and challenging circumstances
• Solution Driven: Approaches work with a sense of responsibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving
• Collaborative: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding team members through collaboration and support, sensitive to diversity in all its forms and respects and is committed to learning from others
• Professional: Consistently deliver high quality work through strong organizational skills, punctuality, and attention to detail. Conducts oneself with integrity and models professional behavior for students and adults.
• Experience working with school age children
• Ability to communicate clearly in English orally and in writing
• Possess a personal interest, hobby, talent and a commitment to share it with children
• Can use current communication technologies (computer, tablets, cell phone)

LICENSES:

• Must have appropriate California Driver's License and be insurable by the Districts carrier.

WORKING CONDITIONS: School Sites, Classroom or Office

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

Frequency Key; None (1) Occasional - up to 25% of shift (2);Intermittently - up to 50% of shift (3); Frequently — up to 75% of shift (4)

Activity Frequency

Bend 3

Lift/carry 0-10 lbs 2

Twist 3

Lift/carry 11-25 lbs 3

Squat 3

Lift/carry 26-40 lbs 1

Kneel 2

Lift/carry 41-100 lbs 1

Climb 1

Stand 3

Reach above shoulder 3

Walk 3

Grip/Grasp 3

Sit 3

Extend/Flex Neck 3

Drive 2

Use Right Hand 4

Perform Repetitive Hand Motions 4

Use Left Hand 4

Keyboarding/Mouse Work 4

Ability to See 4

Ability to Hear 4

THE VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and in compliance with federal and state laws, does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political or union affiliation, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or sex.