Program Assistant: Early College Career Explorer Program

Background On Southbridge Public Schools

Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,200 students in six schools. The district is presently undergoing extensive turnaround at all levels, with the assistance of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This creates unique opportunities for teachers and students. One example is a long-term partnership with the University of Connecticut to develop Southbridge Schools to be a national demonstration site for successful implementation of PBIS strategies.

Additionally, the district is the recipient of a number of significant grants that allow Secondary School redesign, curriculum enhancements, improved culture and climate and after school quindi opportunities for students. If you feel strongly about improving the educational experience for students and have a commitment to social justice, Southbridge Public Schools welcomes you.

More information about Southbridge Public Schools can be found here.

Reports to: Director Jl Early College

Effective Dates of Employment: Jan - May with Offering during February and April Vacation Weeks, Feb 17-20 and April 21-24. Other training and single file trip dates TBD.

Hours: 8:00-2:00

Salary: $30 per hour

The Career Explorer Program Assistant will work with a Program Leader to support all aspects of the program, including responsibility following program activities and workshop curriculum, providing safe and enriching experiences for students. Collaborating with the Program Leader and hosting community partners to ensure positive experiences and safe and supportive transitions to and from job shadow and career exploration experiences.

• At least three (3) years successful Educational Assistant experience preferred/(not required)
• Previous experience in summer or after-school programming
• Strong relationships with students and desire to support career exploration opportunities
• Experience with PBIS implementation and practices
• 100% attendance and daily on-time arrival is expected throughout program week
• Attend mandatory planning meetings before program begins
• Dates:
  February 17-20 and April 21-24 other training and single filed trip dates to be determined.

• Coordinate logistics related to the start of the Career Explorer Program
• Support in the student recruitment efforts using email, phone, flyers, and other outreach strategies
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained at the program site, including emergency contact information, medical records, and permission forms for off site field trips.
• Couscete program curriculum, escort students on field trips and support students in completing projects and maintaining engagement
• Maintain timesheets for any support staff working in the program.
• Create and cultivate a safe and positive culture and climate for students and with community partner program coordinators.
• Responsible for attendance, supervision, and discipline of all students
• Coordinate daily arrival, dismissal, and other transitions, ensuring they are safe and efficient
• Serve as a point person for all questions or concerns related to students, teachers, and/or families. Ensure prompt and accurate resolution of questions or concerns as needed
• Ensure open and two-way communication with families

Southbridge Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, age, or sexual orientation.