ELP AM Enrichment Leader

Multiple Vacancies Position: Expanded Learning Program (ELP) AM Enrichment LeaderLocation(s): District School SitesSchedule(s): 6:35am-8:20am, Monday-Friday 6:15am-8:00am, Monday-Friday Work Year: 208 paid days per year JOB SUMMARY: Supervised by the designated ELP administrator, has direct contact with students, grade-level teachers, school staff and parents. In coordination with the ELP Site Leader, ELP administrator or other school staff, supervises groups of students in designated school areas and on school grounds, coordinates and implements enrichment activities, and assists in maintaining clean and safe learning environments for students. The ELP Enrichment Leader supports the equity work of the district through the implementation of the ELP Program that is designed to increase access to educational and enrichment services to students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Supervise students during scheduled time and provide a safe and positive learning environmentPrepare materials and supplies for daily program activitiesMonitor groups of students in assigned areas proactively to prevent conflicts or concerns from developing in a timely manner to appropriately prevent harm to the student population. Assist with the coordination and planning of age appropriate academic and enrichment activities; presents and/or reinforces learning conceptsLead and supervise groups of students in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including games, art, Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM), performing arts, health & wellness and other related activitiesAssist students with homework assignments. Explain questions and enhance understanding of homework as neededAssist with tracking student attendance with appropriate attendance accounting programEnsure that school rules are followed and student behavior toward staff and other students is appropriateReinforce positive behaviors and communicate inappropriate behaviors to Site LeaderFollow assigned area of supervision of students, as provided by ELP Site Leader, ELP administrator or designeeMonitor restrooms and other facilities to ensure rules of the school are being followed by students using these areas.

Treat all students in an fair equitable, impartial, professional and respectful manner Communication daily with ELP Site Leader about student supervision concerns or safety concerns Maintain a neat, clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary classroom and play environment by cleaning up after activities, as needed; prepare classrooms and program spaces for custodial staff cleaning. Use available work time to ensure student referrals are made to the ELP Site Leader and that supervision areas are clean and organized for next activity Monitor assigned supervision areas for safety concerns that should be immediately corrected and reported to appropriate school staff Administer basic first aid and CPR as necessary NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Organize and distribute nutritious snacksAttends meetings as assigned to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.Performs other functions, duties and tasks related to this class as assigned (e.g., District-required training). KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic child development principles and practicesSchool rules and regulationsSupervision methods in school settingsSchool procedures for student disciplineSafety hazards for students and staff School emergency procedures during supervision Procedures for approaching unknown person on school campusMethods for resolving student conflicts Procedures for reporting and assessing student injuriesBehavior management & motivation techniques Correct English usage grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabularyOral and written communication skillsBasic Math skills ABILITY TO:Work with a diverse populations of individuals Communicate in a calm, neutral and non-confrontational mannerAct quickly with professional judgmentEnforce school rules and regulationsDeescalate student conflictsMonitor student behaviorIntervene proactively with students and de-escalate student conflictsProblem solve student issuesWork with groups of studentsDemonstrate respect, acceptance and fairness in work with studentsOperate a computer and assigned software and operate a 2-way radio to receive and send communication Communicate effectively both orally and in writingAccept direction and follow instructionsWork in a positive and collaborative manner with students, staff and publicIdentify and report safety concernsMaintain a clean, safe, professional and positive learning environmentMaintain Confidentiality EDUCATION:High school diploma or equivalent Paid or volunteer experience with school aged students preferably in school setting (e.g., youth engagement, youth development)LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:District pre-employment test or completion of 48 college semester unitsCPR CertificateFirst Aid CertificateDistrict post-offer physical examination and drug screeningFingerprint clearance from the Department of JusticeTuberculin skin test before employment and every four years thereafter or a chest x-rayValid First Aid and CPR certificate WORK ENVIRONMENT:Indoor classroom and outdoor settingsSeasonal heat, cold and adverse weather conditions All areas of school campus including fields, cafeterias, auditoriums, hallways, classrooms, restrooms and offices PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:With or without reasonable accommodationsProlonged standing and walking for extended periods of time, often on uneven ground Hearing and seeing within a normal rangeDexterity of hands and fingersBending at waist, kneeling or crouching to move objectsIntervening physically to stop conflicts between angry or emotionally upset studentsRegularly lift items up to 20 pounds and or move items up to 35 pounds