Explore Program Leader

Standard School District; United States; On-site; USD 22,093 - 31,467; Part time

Job summary

A public education institution is seeking a Program Leader for its After-school Program. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth and will be responsible for planning and supervising activities, ensuring participant safety and quality of the program. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age. This part-time role entails approximately 20 hours of work per week, demonstrating commitment and flexibility with working hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience working with children required.
• Ability to pass CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities in various program areas.
• Maintain daily communication with program staff and participants.
• Evaluate program quality and safety.

Skills

Youth development knowledge

Behavior management

Lesson planning

Supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college units or paraprofessional certification

Job description

Position Type

Explore After-school Program / Explore Program Leader

To Apply

https://www. governmentjobs.com/careers/ norfun/jobs/4719776/standard- program-leader?page=2& pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Starting Hourly Rate

$19.44

Part Time Hours

20 Hours Per Week; Monday - Friday

Description

The Program Leader plans, teaches, implements, supervises and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, such as Education, Special Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education. Assigned to an After School Expanded Learning Program within Standard School District.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development – promote and stimulate program participation; assist in recruiting new members; provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly Afterschool Program staff meetings.
• Maintain close, daily contact with Program staff (professional and volunteer), program members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
• Maintain contact with schools, parents, and others to publicize the After School Program and resolve problems.
• Plan, implement and administer programs, services, and activities for members and visitors.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality, and appearance of the After School Program; prepare periodic activity reports.
• Create and submit daily lesson plans to Site Coordinator.
• May participate in special programs, trainings, and/or events.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age; high school diploma or GED; experience in working with children; and must have 48 college units or have a paraprofessional certification, or the ability to pass the paraprofessional test we provide.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems, deal tactfully with employees, participants and the general public, create lesson plans, teach and implement quality programs for youth, assist with organization and supervision of members in a safe environment, and pass mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Ability to be sensitive, mature, and relate well to children and adults; develop and maintain effective working relationships; communicate and follow instructions orally and in writing with participants, coworkers, district and school staff, management, and the public; lead participant activities; exercise sound judgment within district policy; maintain confidential information; comprehend, prepare, and maintain clear records and reports; accommodate a flexible work schedule, evenings and weekends when needed.
• Must be able to relate to others beyond giving instructions; get along with co‑workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; respond appropriately to correction and feedback from a supervisor.

Supplemental Information – Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work activities are performed in both indoor and outdoor school environments (dependent on specific activity). Required to talk in a clear voice and be able to hear well. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle, manipulate or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, run, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Employee must be able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.