Norris Program Leader

TK-6 grade After-School Program within Norris School District. The Program Leaders plan, teach, implement, supervise students and evaluate activities provided within a specific area.Prepare youth for success

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development - promote and stimulate program participation; assist in recruiting new students; provide guidance and role modeling to students.
2. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly Afterschool Program staff meetings.

Program Development and Implementation

1. Plan, implement and administer programs, services and activities for students and visitors.
2. Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure safety, quality in programs and appearance of the After School Program at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.
3. Create and submit daily lesson plans to Site Coordinator.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. May participate in special programs, trainings, and/or events.
2. Maintain the required training for the position: CPR and First Aid, Anti-Harassment, and Child Abuse Mandated Reporter.
3. Assume other duties as assigned.

Relationships:

1. Internal: maintains close, daily contact with Program staff (professional and volunteer), students and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
2. External: maintains contact with schools, students, parents and others to assist in publicizing the After School Program and resolving problems within program.

Must be at least 18 years of age; high school diploma or GED; experience in working with children. Must have 48 college units or pass a Para Professional Exam. Knowledge of youth development. Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems; deal tactfully with employees, participants, and the general public; create lesson plans, teaching and implementation of quality programs for youth; assist with organization and supervision of members in a safe environment at all times; and pass mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications. Ability to be sensitive, mature, and relate well to both children and adults; develop and maintain effective working relationships; communicate and follow instructions, both orally and in writing with participants, coworkers, District and school staff, management, and the public; lead participant activities; exercise sound judgment within District policy and maintain confidential information; comprehend, prepare and maintain clear and concise records and reports; and accommodate a flexible work schedule, evenings and weekends when needed. Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions; can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to correction and feedback from a supervisor. JOB OPENINGS AND HOURS: School year, August through May (School calendar of operating days only) up to 27.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 1:30 pm - 5:30pm or 11:30 - 5:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Staff may occasionally be scheduled for professional development training and Open House events in the evenings (required dates are provided in advance). Substitute(s) are also needed for the program. Employment Type: Hourly Part Time