Lead Instructor

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing program support to the Site Coordinator and Instructors in ensuring that the work of the GPS program including logistical and communication support to coordinate program business, administrative matters and to provide direct instruction, supervision, care and support of children served in program. GPS Instructor services include: facilitating session outreach and resource development including linking clients to appropriate support services as directed by the Site Coordinator.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support services.
• Collections data in a timely manner and submits to Site Coordinator for data entry.
• Direct instruction of children/youth, with each site location needing one of the following specialty areas: reading, social skills, physical education, arts.
• Assessment testing of students within assigned specialty area (pre-, mid-, post).
• Create a positive, enriching academic environment for the children.
• Assist and engage children with completion of the daily school homework and attendance.
• Creative and works independently with the children.
• Makes sure the children’s nutritional needs are met through the daily snack (or lunch/snack during longer program day).
• Follow the daily activity schedule set by the Site Supervisor.
• Models and reinforces the washing of hands and cleanliness, especially before meals/snacks and after using the bathroom.
• Demonstrate respect for parents at all times and invite them to join in regular program activities and special parent events.
• Maintain a clean suitable/safe area for the children.
• Attend staff trainings outside of program hours to improve professional skills and enhance the program activities.
• Aid children in the use of educational computer lab.
• Perform other duties as necessary.