ASIC FUNCTION:

Under the supervision of an assigned supervisor(s) and general direction of the site Principal, oversee the day-to-day operations of a site program and supervise students enrolled in the Extended Day program; assist in planning and designing program activities; maintain records and files; assist in training and provide work direction to program staff; maintain a safe and nurturing environment conducive to the growth and development of children.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Oversee the day-to-day operations of a site Extended Day Program and supervise students enrolled in the program; organize, design and implement activities in accordance with daily schedule and appropriate to the goals of the program; coordinate services with school site personnel.

Maintain a safe and secure environment for students; organize and prepare a positive learning environment; implement a homework component; prepare materials and supplies.

Supervise and actively participate with children during indoor and outdoor playground activities; organize and coordinate athletic, aerobics and other exercise programs; supervise students during fieldtrips.

Provide positive behavior management, charts and programs; develop positive behavior with incentives and reinforcements; assist students in development of interpersonal skills, responsibility, problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

Make observations of students and record/report social and academic adjustment to school; maintain notes on child contacts and progress; maintain a variety reports and records.

Monitor the health of students and administer basic first aid, medication and perform other health and safety related functions, as necessary; log medication, injury and illness as required; notify appropriate personnel of health related issues, as necessary; assist children in toileting and proper hygiene as appropriate; perform specialized physical or behavioral assistance for students in the absence of the assigned primary support provider. 

Monitor quantities and assist in the preparation and service of snacks for children; contact Nutrition Services department to provide snack counts to be delivered.

Perform routine clerical duties such as daily attendance records, filing and duplicating materials as assigned; plan and post daily program activities; distribute forms, newsletters, calendar, parent letters and handbooks; assist with preparing charts, bulletin boards and displays; participate in planning program activities and field trips.

Maintain a neat, clean, safe, healthy and sanitary classroom and play environment by cleaning up after activities, i.e., storing materials, wiping off tables, emptying trash, sweeping floors, vacuuming, cleaning up bathrooms, as needed; prepare classroom for custodial staff cleaning.

Maintain cooperative working relationships with children, staff, and parents; communicate with parents and families concerning student progress and activities; provide information to prospective parents and tours for visitors.

Attend meetings and participate in training workshops, conferences, courses and a variety of professional growth activities, as required; conduct periodic site staff meetings and in-service trainings as necessary.

Operate a variety of audiovisual, instructional and office equipment, including a computer and assigned software.

Provide training and work direction and guidance to site staff; enforce departmental standards of conduct, grooming personal hygiene, and dress for self and others; provide ongoing feedback on employee performance and communicate any identified performance deficiencies to assigned supervisor(s).

Administer CPR and basic first aid as needed.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Concepts of child growth, development and behavior characteristics of school-aged children.

Basic curriculum and subjects taught and instructional/tutorial procedures and practices.

Methods of observing, evaluating and recording child behavior.

Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.

Requirements of maintaining Extended Day children's center in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Cross-cultural issues.

Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.

Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.

Oral and written communication skills.

Applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Health and safety regulations.

Principles and practices of training and providing work direction to others.

Operation of a variety of audiovisual, office and instructional equipment, including computer and assigned software.

Basic first aid and CPR.

ABILITY TO:

Maintain a clean, safe, attractive and positive learning environment.

Communicate effectively with children and adults both orally and in writing.

Observe and evaluate student learning.

Demonstrate patience, respect and understanding of others.

Demonstrate cross-cultural sensitivity and respect.

Work independently with little direction.

Plan and organize work.

Maintain records and prepare reports.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Train and provide work direction to others.

Operate a variety of audiovisual, office and instructional equipment, including computer and assigned software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:  graduation from high school or equivalent and two years’ experience in a group child care setting.  Completion of some college-level coursework in child development, child-family services, including at least six units of coursework in child development, child behavior, or related field is preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a current certificate in infant, child and adult cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a certified Multimedia First Aid Card is required. Online certificates are not accepted.  Maintain up-to-date certificates in CPR and First Aid.  Valid California driver’s license and ability to maintain eligibility for automobile insurance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Classroom and playground environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Constant interruptions.

Work between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

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.

Standing and walking often on uneven ground for extended periods of time to monitor and assist students in the classroom and on the playground.

Regularly lift and/or move items up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move various items up to 50 pounds.

HAZARDS:

Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood and other body fluids.

Potential exposure to physical injury from aggressive behavior.

Potential exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.

CLEARANCES:

Criminal Justice Fingerprint /Background

Tuberculosis

Pre-placement Physical and Drug Screen