L.I.N.K. Program Specialist

Sahuarita Unified School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking a LINK Program Specialist to plan and execute educational and enrichment activities for the LINK program, creating a positive atmosphere for students. You will supervise LINK Aides and support staff, students, and families as needed.

The role requires preparing instructional materials, planning activities, and managing program paperwork. Candidates should have a high school diploma or an associate/bachelor in early childhood or related field, with

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the first two qualifications: high school diploma or 6 months of child care experience; OR an associate/bachelor in early childhood, child development, or related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instructional materials and the physical environment.
• Plans and prepares for group and individual activities.
• Completes program paperwork as necessary.
• Assists with supervision of LINK Aides.
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills.
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication with staff

Team collaboration

Time management

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in early childhood or related field

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff - Pre-School/After School Care/ Program Specialist - L.I.N.K.
• Date Posted: 1/9/2024
• Location: L.I.N.K.
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

• Position Type: Support Staff - Pre-School/After School Care/ Program Specialist - L.I.N.K.
• Date Posted: 1/9/2024
• Location: L.I.N.K.
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

TITLE: LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST

CONTRACT TERMS: 10 months

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff Salary Schedule – Group C

• $ 14.62

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To plan and execute necessary and appropriate educational and enrichment activities in the LINK program to provide a positive atmosphere and experiences for students. Supervises LINK Aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares instructional materials and physical environment;
• Plans and prepares for group and individual activities;
• Completes program paperwork as necessary;
• Assists with the supervision of LINK Aides;
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities;
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills;
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Must meet one of the first two qualifications:

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and six months of documented child care experience; OR
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry a preschool aged child, if necessary, in case of illness, injury, fire drill, etc.

A. COMMITMENT AND DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to district policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance;
• STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress associated with the position;
• PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts with students, staff and parents;
• LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use sound judgment in performing job and have the responsibility for some confidential information;
• EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy
• SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to LINK Program Director and Asst Director
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: LINK Aides.