Entry level Afterschool Assistant

at  Think Together

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Expanded Learning Site Supervisor or designee, support Community Provider Enrichment activities at elementary or intermediate expanded learning program sites. IAPs must develop rapport to encourage and motivate students to participate in Community Provider Enrichment activities. Employees assume responsibility for a variety of duties assigned in conjunction with the Expanded Learning program requirements.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• College-level reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, mathematics and/or science.
• Written and verbal communication principles and practices.
• Clerical duties in support of classroom and program activities.
• Computer use and related software.
• Diversity of community, city and school District cultures and languages.
• State academic standards and various assessments, including SAT, ACT, etc. preferable.
• College application and financial aid process and applications preferable.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma
• A minimum of 48 College Credits or pass the NCLB test
• Concurrent college enrollment preferred or recent college graduate.
• Prior experience working with students

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual desirable.
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting)
• Provide a clear TB test

• Work with and support TK-8th grade students in small and large groups during Community Provider Enrichment rotations.
• Check in students, take attendance, and follow student dismissal procedures.
• Implement effective classroom management, discipline and instructional strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate the program and student’s progress.
• Maintain the classroom or learning facility in a clean, organized and healthful manner; storage of materials is required on a daily basis.
• Supervise students in and out of classroom during various after-school activities.
• Maintain frequent and regular parent communication and support parent involvement.
• Attend staff meetings/planning/training sessions on a regular basis or as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.