Assistant Group Leader

Extended Day Program Assistant Group Leader The Extended Day Program Assistant Group Leader is a part-time position that assists with initiating, coordinating and implementing activities in the Community Education Extended Day Program. Secondary school diploma or a High School Equivalency Diploma required. Prior experience related to working with children necessary. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have leadership skills, the ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision and demonstrates experience with independent, as well as ongoing projects and tasks in a timely manner. Individual must be able to successfully uphold the district's vision and mission statement while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude as a role model and team member. The Extended Day Program Assistant Group Leader has the responsibilities and performs the duties commonly associated with this position, including, but not exclusive of, the following, which are performed directly or through the proper delegation of authority, within the framework of the general laws of New Jersey, the regulations of the NJ State Department of Education, the policies and rules of the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, and the terms of all employment agreements, with all of which he/she is expected to be familiar. Work with the Site Supervisor and Group Leaders in developing and executing an after school program that correlates to the district wide strategic goals. Assist in evaluating quality of programming and makes recommendations as necessary. Assists in the creation of monthly activity and snack calendars. Recommends the purchase of materials and assists in maintaining sufficient supplies to ensure quality programming on a daily basis within specified budget. Assist in maintaining a clean and organized storage and work area. Assist with required safety drills. Aid in creating welcoming environment for students, staff and program parents rich with information and important communications. Maintain regular communication with EDP Site Supervisor and Group Leaders. Participate in ongoing training opportunities and continuing education workshops. Participate in all required staff meetings (i.e. site meetings, full staff, in-service, etc). Maintain positive relationship with host school's principals, main office staff and teachers. Report all concerns regarding incidents (HIB, site safety, etc.) to Site Supervisor and/or Group Leaders. Maintain confidentiality and discretion when communicating with staff, children, parents, Site Supervisor, Program Administrator, and Community Education office. Conduct himself or herself in a professional manner at all times. All other duties as assigned. Actively supervise all program areas when children are present. Oversee the safety and whereabouts of the children at all times, providing a safe, interactive program. Proficiency in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Genesis Employee Portal, and Student Information System. Performance of this position will be evaluated annually. Physical Demands include the ability to move safely about the program space, stand for prolonged periods, bend and lift up to 20 pounds at a time. Ability to operate a computer and/or other office machinery. Must be able to securely file confidential documents. Ability to communicate verbally, and in writing via technology devices or handwritten correspondence. The physical demands described in this job description 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 through an interactive process of determining essential duty task completion options. 10-month; hourly pay. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education. The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Benefits for part-time staff include: Paid personal, sick and family illness time off as per Community Education policy $16.00-$17.00 per hour