Extended Learning Substitute Group Leader

About the role

Under the direction of the Campus Leader, the Extended Learning Group Leader Sub provides a safe environment for school age students before and after school. The incumbent supervises students and engages them in developmentally appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for all students in Extended Learning programs
• Adhere to all procedures and expectations outlined in district and program handbooks
• Lead a group of children with diverse needs and abilities
• Ensure that all staff and children are respectful of school property; ensure all campus rules are followed
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and in a positive manner with children, parents and other district personnel as prescribed by the program's expectations
• Serve as a program ambassador to promote the program within the district, school and community
• Facilitate the implementation of program-designed curriculum, behavior management plans, and rotations created by Campus Leadership
• Create and implement enrichment clubs at campuses/sites (including but not limited to art club, gardening club, chess club, etc.)
• Maintain accurate documentation on each child regarding attendance, absences and student information
• Maintain accurate headcount of all children present at site and communicate changes with all other staff
• Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules to maintain the cleanliness of the Extended Day room
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (i.e., staff development, curriculum development, program committees)
• Maintain all required certifications and meet annual training requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (college transcript accepted in lieu of HS Diploma or GED Certificate)
• Minimum of 1 year previous experience working with children (preferred)

Physical requirements & working conditions

• Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms
• Occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds (books, papers and presentation materials)
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Attendance at conferences and professional development is required
• Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties
• May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress