CREATE Program Facilitator Job Tampa area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

About Us

If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer

Salary: $43,000-$45,000
Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.
Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.
PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.
11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.
$15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.
Employee Assistance Program
Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
Tuition reimbursement program
Training and career development.
Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions

Provide a safe, enriching, and engaging environment for our children within the CREATE program using positive behavior supports, creative play, interactive and innovative lessons, and academic enrichment. Oversee and plan daily activities, prepare learning materials, and help students with homework. Create progress reports to inform parents about their child's studies and personal development.

Encourage social, physical, and intellectual growth within children and possess a strategic mindset. Ultimately, a top-notch after-school teacher should be a friendly, approachable individual with a passion for teaching and excellent communication skills.

Essential Responsibilities Classroom Responsibilities

Create innovative and engaging lessons that align with the CREATE core objectives and goals for children.

Oversee daily lesson plans and activities that focus on developing children's social and motor skills.

Assist children with assignments and homework, such as reading, writing, and math.

Prepare learning materials and equipment.

Interact with children to provide guidance, emotional support, and motivation.

Monitor students to ensure their safety using TIBS and Positive Behavior Supports.

Implement tier‑one behavior protocols and appropriate classroom management.

Create monthly or quarterly progress reports.

Meet with parents to discuss performance.

Maintain an organized and clean classroom environment.

Ensure that all school rules, policies, and guidelines are adhered to.

Prepare and distribute snacks or meals.

Identify potential high‑magnitude behaviors or emotional issues and report them.

Provide first‑aid or emergency care as needed.

Administration

Maintain updated paperwork, documentation, and information about families and children in your care.

Take individualized notes on student activities and progress in the program weekly.

Assist in the orientation and mentoring of new staff and volunteers.

Maintain daily and weekly administration tasks.

Maintain inventory of supplies and complete requisitions.

Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule.

Other

Keep confidential records and maintain professional boundaries.

Participate in holiday efforts, Bridge Builders, and other fundraising events when needed. Provide tours and speak on behalf of Metropolitan Ministries.

Support the team and the Manager in other tasks as assigned.

Meet professional goals and contribute to team and organizational targets. Attend required staff meetings and trainings.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in teaching, early childhood education, or a social services‑related field or an associate’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience in the fields of social services or education. Experience working with children and parents is required.

Skills Requirements

Must be able to work effectively with children and parents. Ability to foster a fun and safe classroom environment conducive…


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