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Form of workTITLE: Kidzone - Teacher Assistant
LOCATION: TBD
The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.
With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.
JOB GOAL:
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Kidzone Teacher Assistant will perform academic instruction, youth development activities, fine arts, and recreation activities, including programming and other administrative responsibilities within the contract function/services. The Teacher Assistant will be the designated person in charge of the site when the Program Director is out of the program area. The Teacher Assistant will be responsible for planning, delivering, and following up with daily programming activities. The Teacher Assistant will be required to plan and coordinate the daily work assignments for students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The employee must occasionally push items of 50 pounds such as pushing on a bike ore wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
COMMUNICATION:
Maintains communication with teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students. Provides health services, information, and counseling in an effective and positive manner to enhance the health and wellness of the school community. Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff. Compiles data for statistical purposes. Maintains confidentiality regarding educational records.
ORGANIZATION:
Maintains a daily log of school/staff visits and documentation. Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties. Performs other related work as required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. Is directly responsible for students' safety, work output and well-being.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 186 Day
SALARY: $15.75 - $18.83/hour
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORT TO: Program Director
SIGNATURES:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.
For more information regarding Title IX please contact:
District Compliance Coordinator
2010 N. 59th Street
Kansas City, KS 66104
913-279-2262
Title IX@kckps.org
This job description has been approved by all levels of management:
Manager
Human Resources
Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.
Employee Date_____________
LOCATION: TBD
The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.
With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.
JOB GOAL:
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Kidzone Teacher Assistant will perform academic instruction, youth development activities, fine arts, and recreation activities, including programming and other administrative responsibilities within the contract function/services. The Teacher Assistant will be the designated person in charge of the site when the Program Director is out of the program area. The Teacher Assistant will be responsible for planning, delivering, and following up with daily programming activities. The Teacher Assistant will be required to plan and coordinate the daily work assignments for students.
- Assist with planning, organization, supervision, and evaluation of the Kidzone programs consistent with the SRS grant stipulations, Kansas Department of Health and Environment regulations and the needs of the membership and community.
- Assist with supervision of the program site directors and site supervisors.
- Work as a liaison with school based administrators, program providers, support staff, and other agencies in programs.
- Meet regularly with program site directors and site supervisory staff and provide direction, problem solving and support in an effective and professional manner.
- Assist in ensuring that all site directors/site supervisors understand and adhere to general regulations as provided by the State of Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
- Assist in ensuring that all site directors understand the policies, goals and objectives of the program, and that such are implemented by all staff associated with the programs.
- Support and encourage substantial parent involvement at each school site through volunteer programs, family nights, etc., working collaboratively with volunteer organizations, etc.
- Assist with the evaluation of the program's effectiveness in meeting enrollment, recruitment, and program needs; effectively recommend program changes as needed.
- Understand and ensure necessary paperwork for the Nutritional Services Program.
- Work collaboratively with the Special Education Department and Kansas State Department of Education to ensure efficiency in the reimbursement process.
- Work in conjunction with the Nutritional Services Department to ensure quality and efficient food service for the program.
- Maintain and log weekly reports from sites, including student enrollment and attendance data, staffing patterns, funds deposited, and meals served.
- Assist collaboratively with the Program Manager and the Director of Students Services in budgeting and financial records.
- Assist with preparation and timely reporting of formal reports to the Director of Student Services or other appropriate management staff as necessary.
- Receive ongoing professional development training in youth development and related fields, DCIP (District Continuous Improvement Plan), Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and Kansas 21st Century Grants.
- Assist with planning, coordination, and evaluation of summer school programming for elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Attend Advisory committee meetings and other meetings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree.
- Minimum of one-year experience in youth service field.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate record keeping.
- Knowledge of KDHE licensing requirements for before and after school programs.
- Knowledge of Emergency Plans for before and after school programs.
- Knowledge of USD 500, Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Code of Conduct.
- Ability to maintain daily, weekly, and monthly data collection records for participant reports.
- Ability to interpret and / or present information regarding Federal Programs to community groups and agencies.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The employee must occasionally push items of 50 pounds such as pushing on a bike ore wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
COMMUNICATION:
Maintains communication with teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students. Provides health services, information, and counseling in an effective and positive manner to enhance the health and wellness of the school community. Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff. Compiles data for statistical purposes. Maintains confidentiality regarding educational records.
ORGANIZATION:
Maintains a daily log of school/staff visits and documentation. Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties. Performs other related work as required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. Is directly responsible for students' safety, work output and well-being.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 186 Day
SALARY: $15.75 - $18.83/hour
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORT TO: Program Director
SIGNATURES:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.
For more information regarding Title IX please contact:
District Compliance Coordinator
2010 N. 59th Street
Kansas City, KS 66104
913-279-2262
Title IX@kckps.org
This job description has been approved by all levels of management:
Manager
Human Resources
Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.
Employee Date_____________
