Site Instructor - Palm Glades Preparatory Academy

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview
The Site Instructor supports the daily operations of the Be Strong After School Club (BSASC) at Palm Glades Preparatory Academy, located at 22655 SW 112th Ave, Miami, Florida. This role is responsible for leading enrichment activities, supporting program logistics, and fostering a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment for students. The Site Instructor helps create a well-rounded after-school experience that balances academic support, enrichment opportunities, student engagement, and fun while ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.

Work Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday, 3:10 p.m. – 5:10 p.m.
• Approximately 8 hours per week, aligned with after-school program hours at the assigned school site.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Setup & Transitions

• Arrive on time, check in with Site Supervisor, and review daily assignments.
• Prepare activity areas, snack distribution space, and student rosters.
• Support smooth transitions between activities and rotations.

Enrichment Facilitation

• Lead experiential learning using provided lesson plans.
• Facilitate physical activities (e.g., kickball, relay races, basketball).
• Support enrichment sessions by assisting external contractors.
• Adapt activities to ensure inclusivity, safety, and engagement.

Academic Support

• Assist Site Supervisor during academic rotations.
• Provide encouragement and redirection for students needing extra support.
• Monitor student participation in online platforms (e.g., iReady, iExcel).

Attendance & Meal Support

• Assist with taking attendance during mealtime.
• Help organize meal service and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Ensure each student is accounted for and recorded properly.

Student Supervision & Behavior Management

• Monitor student behavior during activities and transitions.
• Implement appropriate techniques for minor conflicts.
• Report safety or behavioral concerns immediately to the Site Supervisor.

End of Day & Dismissal

• Assist with dismissal to ensure students leave with authorized adults.
• Clean and store program materials and supplies.
• Report incidents or observations to the Site Supervisor.

Team Collaboration

• Communicate regularly with Site Supervisor and Security Monitor.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and program events.
• Follow the chain of command for reporting concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth in education, recreation, or after-school settings.
• Ability to lead activities and maintain student engagement.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass Level II background screening and sex offender registry check.

Work Environment

• Position requires on-site presence at assigned school during after-school hours.
• Some evenings may be required for program events.

Physical Demands: This position is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear. The position requires extensive computer use so the employee must have sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limitations and Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Hiring is contingent to references and Level II background screening and Sex Offender background check successfully passed.