BASIC FUNCTION: Provide academic and enrichment support to individual students and various group sizes of elementary or middle school students participating in the after-school Bridge Program at Joe Serna Jr. Charter School (JSJCS). They are under the supervision of the JSJCS Bridge Program Student Activities Leader. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic aspects of the physical and emotional care of children Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading Safe practices in classroom and playground activities Indoor and outdoor recreational and educational activities for school-aged children Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy Proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation Positive behavior management techniques and discipline of children Effective record-keeping practices and procedures ABILITY TO: Tutor individual or small groups of students in a variety of academic subjects Demonstrate an understanding, patient, respectful and receptive attitude toward students of all ages Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults Monitor and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures Effectively supervise and care for children with varying degrees of development and needs in various activities Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Understand and follow the curriculum guide for enrichment Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to students EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma and increasingly responsible experience working with school aged children in an organized setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Outdoor and indoor recreational and classroom environments PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting heavy objects up to 25 pounds Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities and prepare materials Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching Standing and walking for up to two hours a day when necessary *LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency Exam Certificate (Basic Skills Assessment Test) *Possession of a valid California Driver's license.