Description:
We are seeking After School / Extended Care Program Lead, Assistants & Substitutes to join our After School Programs at multiple locations in the Portland area!
Work schedule: [Monday - Friday, End of School Day - 6pm]
Job Type: Part-time
Key Objectives
Under the direction of the School Age coordinators, act as the Program Lead or Assistant for After School program, creating and/or assisting in the curriculum design and its implementation with the goal of developing a safe, fun and nurturing environment for children after school.
Principal Accountabilities
Teaching:
- Act as the Program Lead in the design and implementation of the planned curriculum with review by coordinators.
- Greet children and parents warmly with professional language and tone daily, with no parent or child excluded.
- Establish clear discipline standards/classroom rules consistent with VHFLC philosophy, which once in place will ensure the health and safety of the children.
- Notify your coordinator or the admin office when expected children do not arrive or when a child is injured.
- Coordinate snacks, lunchtimes or naps into daily activities when appropriate.
- Complete the responsibilities of classroom/project set up and clean up.
- Supervise on Site and mentor aides in their professional development.
- Participate in parent conferences or discussions as needed.
Administrative:
- Attend meetings and required trainings.
- Complete required reports such as incident, injury or medicine dosage.
- Participate in the creation of a monthly newsletter for your program.
- Post all current lesson plans and parent information.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
- At least one year of course work at a college or university in any of the following disciplines: early childhood education, elementary education, preschool education, child development, physical education, recreation or special education OR equivalent experience of at least two years.
- At least one year of experience working with children as a caregiver or instructor, in a licensed program.
- Interest in obtaining further training or development as required by the center and the Child Care Division.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement during emergency/crisis situations.
- Professionally dress in a manner compatible with the assigned position.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for curriculum development and effective interaction with parents.
- All current state regulations met or in process of completing.
Compensation details: 19-22 Hourly Wage
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