Learning Leader

Overview

This part-time Learning Leader position works within the Montclair After-School Program at a designated site up to an average of 29 hours per week as needed. During the regular school year, the Learning Leader may work Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments.

This is an hourly paid grant position offering no supplemental employee benefits other than salary and is dependent on grant funding and grant performance.

• Under direction of the Senior Learning Leader or Assistant Senior Learning Coordinator, supervise a group of students at an assigned MAP site or other designated location.
• Provide homework assistance for students in grades K-8.
• Write lesson plans and implement California Common Core standards-based learning activities in reading, math, social studies, and science that are age-appropriate and engaging for students.
• Provide other standards-based activities such as sports, visual and performing arts, cooking, computers (where available), dance, drama, character development, etc.
• Maintain order and a positive atmosphere in the program.
• Assist in record keeping, such as attendance and student progress;
• Straighten and organize the learning facility;
• May accompany students on field trips; attend in-service training.

This is a nonmanagement position and reports to the Senior Learning Leader or the Montclair After school Program Coordinator.

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and an Associate degree or 48 college units. An Instructional Aide Certificate can substitute an Associate Degree or 48 college units. If the Instructional Aide test is required, the candidate must successfully complete the test within the first 60 days of employment. Requires the desire to work effectively and properly with children using positive behavioral intervention and support concepts.

At least two years of experience working in an educational environment with children in grades K-8 is preferred. A TB clearance certificate and First Aid and CPR certificate must be completed within the first 60 days of employment and must be valid throughout the course of employment. The initial TB test and First Aid and CPR certification, and the instructional aide test, if applicable, will be completed at no cost to the employee.

Basic arithmetic computations; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; methods and techniques used in tutoring and working effectively with youth in Grades K-8; general understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports concepts; general needs and behavior patterns of youth; and knowledge of recreation principles and practices.

Project a mature, constructive, stable, positive attitude in a learning environment; learn pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without close and immediate supervision; read and comprehend materials proficiently; understand the basic concepts of child growth and development and possess a genuine liking for youth; understand concepts of classroom management and control; speak, read, and communicate effectively, and carry out oral and written instructions;

establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with staff, volunteers, parents, and youth; and perform other duties as assigned.

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lead physical education activities that may include running, jumping, or throwing a ball. This position requires the physical ability to stoop, bend, twist and reach; to lift, carry and handle equipment, desks, and boxes without assistance; and to provide visual and auditory supervision of children. The ability to participate in activities with youth indoors or outdoors such as walking, running, bending, pulling, pushing, carrying, and loading/unloading supplies, with the capacity to lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children and communicate, see and hear well enough to keep participants safe. The position must be able to function well in a noisy, busy environment that includes the comings and goings of students and their parents. Work requires supervising students and leading activities outdoors sometimes in damp, cold, and hot weather.

Requires availability five days a week, Monday through Friday from approximately 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments. Start time, minimum school days and early dismissal days vary by school site. This position may work up to an average of 29 hours per week as needed.