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FMRSD After School Program

After School Staff

Functions:

Under the direction of the building principal, the after school staff are responsible for helping out with activities, games, crafts, and homework for participants in the program. The After School Staff must provide the participants with a leadership role and be a positive role model to them. The staff are responsible for planning, organizing and leading daily activities.

Immediate Supervisor:

Reports to the building principal

Qualifications:

• High School graduate.

• Possess basic knowledge and understanding of school aged children.

• Be a self-starter and perform the job with little supervision. 

• Possess the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 

• Possess the ability to follow both written and oral directions.

• Must be able to handle any questions that arise with the public by answering them or by giving them the proper directions or resources for the answer. 

• Must be in good physical condition. 

• Possess or attain CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Provide participants with the appropriate leadership during the program. 

• Develop and plan activities that incorporate program goals into the daily routine. 

• Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for participants. 

• Maintain open communication between FMRSD After School Program Staff and school personnel. 

• Prepare activities that are developmentally appropriate for the age of the children. 

• Communicate with the families through the daily pick-up lines. 

• Maintain a safe environment for participants. 

• Submit all written correspondence to the building principal for approval prior to distribution. 

• Attend monthly staff/planning meetings. 

• Maintain a positive attitude towards co-workers, participants, families and the community.

• Report any problems which arise with participants, other employees, or the school to the building principal. 

• Responsible for all activity and room preparations for the program. 

• Keep the room clean and organized. 

• Follow and enforce all safety policies. 

• Assist with participant check-in/out.

• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. 

Marginal Functions:

• Make recommendations to the building principal for improvement on equipment, supplies, facility and program needs.

• Set up and move furniture. 

• Clean up the room after the program is finished.

• Be flexible and adaptable to new situations. 

• Assist in other activities or duties as needed. 

• Attend required training. 

Work Hours and Compensation:

1 to 1.5 hours per day, 5 days per week
Hourly Rate TBD

Environmental Considerations:

May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures within the facility and outside. 

Cognitive Considerations:

• Must be able to follow directions and perform work activities as assigned by the building principal. 

• Must be able to work closely with co-workers and other employees and set an example for the participants. 

• Ability to use good judgment and effective problem-solving skills. 

Psychological Considerations:

• The staff member must resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and employees. 

• The worker may also have to work under stressful situations if first aid or CPR is required. 

Physical Requirements:

• The staff member must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.

• Manual dexterity needed to complete basic keyboarding functions.