Expanded Learning Program Assistant Site Leader-Pepper Drive Pos#

JOB SUMMARY/DEFINITION:

This is the mid-level position in this series. Individuals serving in this classification will increase access to educational and enrichment services for PreK 8 th Grade students. This position will work with individual and groups of students ensuring a safe and supportive environment to promote social emotional physical and academic development. This position is differentiated from the ELP Enrichment Leader by increased responsibilities for supporting site operations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist ELP Site Lead with the implementation of a quality program that aligns with District Program Plan.
2. Supervise facilities and assigned areas to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
3. Administer medication and basic first aid/CPR/AED to students.
4. Implement proper attendance tracking procedures.
5. Organize and implement active and engaging learning and enrichment activities that align with the District Program Plan and guide personnel with implementation.
6. Communicate positively and appropriately with parents and staff regarding students in relation to the Expanded Learning Program.
7. Guide and train staff/substitutes on implementation of District Program Plan.
8. Utilize established methods to monitor students at all times (e.g. arrival departure transitions facility use and on field trips) and implement policies for checking on absent students.
9. Prepare and distribute nutritious snacks in a sanitary manner.
10. Maintain program records.
11. Maintain a positive climate and cooperative relationships with school staff.
12. Implement site level positive behavior intervention strategies consistent with District-approved methodologies.
13. Check restrooms and other facilities to ensure rules of the school are being followed by students using these areas.
14. May perform duties of ELP Enrichment Leader and limited duties (lines 9 12 and 14) of ELP Site Lead.
15. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE

Knowledge of:

1. General developmental stages and behaviors of students.
2. Developmental and behavioral characteristics of students with special needs.
3. Proper handling techniques of (bio)hazardous materials.
4. Current computer operations.
5. Health and safety practices and procedures.

Ability to:

1. Work independently and with minimal direction.
2. Use correct grammar and spelling in oral and written communication.
3. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
4. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
5. Validate and motivate students per program guidelines.
6. Meet scheduled timelines.
7. Work effectively with constant interruptions.
8. Work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
9. Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Training/Education and Experience:

Completion of high school or equivalent. One year prior experience supervising youth preferred.

District Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam certification mandated by the State of California for Instructional Assistants. Certification may be granted in one of the following three ways:
1) Possession of an associate degree (AA); or
2) Completion of 48 college semester units (official transcripts required); or
3) Completion of a District-approved proficiency test.

Additional Requirements for YALE Preschool ONLY:
Twelve (12) semester units in early childhood education including units in child development child-family and community and curriculum. Child Development Associate Teacher Permit Child Development teacher Permit or Child Development Master Teacher Permit also qualifies.

Continuing Education Requirements:
Completes 25 hours of professional development per academic year.

Licenses and Other Certification:

Possession of First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Subject to reasonable accommodation review.
1. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy indoor/outdoor environment.
2. Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds such as playground equipment and instructional materials. Occasionally team-lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
3. Bending at the waist kneeling crouching to reach materials.
4. Reaching at and above shoulder level for supplies and other equipment.
5. Gripping to manipulate objects and fine finger dexterity.
6. Various levels of standing sitting and walking.
7. Hearing and speaking to communicate with intermittent background noise.
8. Visual acuity to read documents and computer screen.
9. Potential for contact with (bio)hazardous materials.

ATTACHMENTS: MUST UPLOAD REQUIRED FIRST AID/CPR/AED CERTIFICATIONS AND NCLB QUALIFICATION FOR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE.

Work Year

12 months /3.75 hours

2:15 pm - 6:00 pm

Salary Classification: 22.5

Required Experience:

Manager