Thrive Out of School Programs - Senior Group Leaders (2 positions available) chez East Hartford Public Schools

Thrive Out of School Programs - Senior Group Leaders (2 positions available)
Locations: O’Brien and Pitkin

Salary: $20.00 per hour



The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:
 
    X    Online Application
     X    Letter of Interest
     X    Resume
            Copy of Valid Certification and/or License
     _     Transcripts
     X    Three Current Letters of Recommendation (dated within one year of application)
     X    Other: Letter of interest should include background information

***East Hartford Board of Education Employees: Submit Letter of Interest Only to Human Resources by closing date.***

 
Title:  Thrive Senior Group Leader – Out of School Programs
 
Qualifications: 

1. High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
2. Strong communication, organizational skills, and project management skills
3. Detail oriented, flexible, and adapts to change
4. Ability to work independently and collaboratively and have the ability to resolve challenging situations in a fast-paced environment
5. Experience with out of school programming and activities preferred
6. Strong knowledge in program development, program management and organizing after-school programs strongly preferred
7. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, including strong skills with Word and Excel
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

1. Assist the Site Coordinator in managing daily operations of the out of school programs and activities at building site, including staff and student supervision, development of lessons and curriculum, and the development and implementation of an enrichment calendar and activities.
2. Ensure that program operations are consistent with District policies, including emergencies, accidents, incidents, and personnel policies.
3. Assume Site Coordinator responsibilities in the event of the Site Coordinator’s absence.
4. Develop resources to expand after-school programming and enhance family engagement.
5. Work closely with school administration, staff, and teachers to ensure smooth operation of program.
6. Create and foster a high quality program that implements age-appropriate activities and projects.
7. Remain at building site during all program hours, unless otherwise notified by Program Supervisor and/or Site Coordinator.
8. Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, principal, teachers, school staff, and program staff at building site.
9. Identify appropriate and adequate materials and resources for program site in collaboration with Program Supervisor and/or Site Coordinator.
10. Attend professional development and training workshops as necessary.
11. Serve as Group Leader and as activity substitute in the absence of other support staff. 
12. Consistently provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome.
13. Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming and collaborative environment.
14. Assume such other functions as may be determined.

 
Terms of Employment:  Hourly rate; this is a part-time position that operates during the school year only. Typically 10-20 hours per week during afterschool hours. Summer positions may be available.
 
Evaluation:   Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of non-certified staff.