Extended Day Care Center Assistant

Afternoon shifts currently available (between 12:00pm - 6:00pm) EXTENDED DAY CARE CENTER ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Extended Day Care Center Supervisor, be responsible for implementing instructional activities for children at the Extended Day Care Center. This position will follow a work schedule consistent with the operation of the Extended Day Care Center that may be different from the general district calendar and work schedule. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Supervision: Extended Day Care Center Site Supervisor/Lead Assistant Internal Contact's: Children, Site Supervisor/Lead Assistant, volunteers External Contacts: Parents REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 1. Implement a daily program that meets the needs of each individual child, taking into account interest, special needs, special talents, and rate of learning. 2. Create and maintain an effective and attractive physical environment for learning. 3. Provide an appropriate climate that assists children continuing to develop a sense of self-esteem and reinforcing positive attitudes and social skills. 4. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities without interfering with the natural informal atmosphere of the Extended Day Care Center. 5. Establish a positive relationship with parents of the students. 6. Perform other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE OF: General needs and behavior of children Competency and skills involving interpersonal/group dynamics Rules and regulations affecting operation of the Center ABILITY TO: Establish and maintain effective working relationships Provide for the health, safety and psychological needs of children Supervise learning activities Provide guidance for children's routine activities Provide a positive environment conducive to learning Communicate effectively Maintain records, equipment and facilities in an effective and efficient manner Work independently Assist in implementing programs for children Deal with discipline problems Deal with parents EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some experience in working with youth in an organized setting. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Pertussis Immunization Flu Vaccination Measles Immunization #J-18808-Ljbffr