Program Aide ESS

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in the overall activities of elementary-aged students in an Extended Student Services (ESS) program; assist in planning and designing activities; supervise students in classroom and outdoor activities.

Representative Duties

• Assist in the preparation of daily program activities including materials and supplies;
• Provide a safe, caring, positive and interesting learning environment;
• Take attendance;
• E Lead and supervise students in various indoor/outdoor activities including games, crafts, cooking, projects and related activities;
• Serve as role model and develop positive social behaviors of students according to established procedures; reinforce positive behaviors as appropriate and communicate inappropriate behaviors to Supervisor and parents;
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment;
• Perform a variety of duties including monthly calendar, recording attendance, bulletin boards, operating necessary equipment, and answering the phone;
• Assist students with homework assignments; explain questions and provide better understanding of homework as needed; follow site homework expectations;
• Administer first aid and follow necessary emergency procedures and documentation; identify and report safety hazards on site or suspected child abuse to appropriate personnel as assigned;
• Escort students to and from activities on campus as assigned;
• Absst in the preparation of snacks for students;
• Attend staff meetings and professional development as it pertains to the position;
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Contracts are 12 Months per Year, 5 days per week, 2-3 hours per day.
• ESS is NOT currently hiring any substitute positions, ONLY contract.
• Eligible candidates Must be 18 or older to apply.
• The eligibility list created will be good for 6 months.

Education and Experience

• One year experience working in a pre-school or K-8 child care program or recent volunteer experience in a similar program.

Environment

Classroom, playground and athletic field environment. Constant interruptions.

Physical Demands

• Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to assist students.
• Seeing to observe students.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment.
• Lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.

Knowledge

• Child development principles and practices.
• Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Policies and procedures of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.

Ability

• Assist in the overall activities of elementary or middle school-aged students in an ESS or ASES program.
• Assist in planning and designing activities.
• Supervise students in classroom and outdoor activities.
• Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Oversee and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate assigned equipment.