Early Start Program Assistant na Jubilee Housing

Position Description

The Early Start (ES) Program Assistant will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the day-to-day operations of the after school and summer program for Jubilee Housing youth in grades K-3^rd grade. The ES Program Assistant will report to the ES Program Coordinator.

This position is permanent, part-time employment. The work hours are Mon. – Thurs., 1:30 pm -7:30 pm. Fridays 9:00-3:00 pm (30 hours per week).

Afterschool program hours during the school year are 3:30 - 7:00 pm, Mon. – Thurs. During our six-week summer camp program, the work hours are 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mon-Thurs. Fridays 9:00 am-12:00 noon (Approximately. 30 hours per week).

Specific Duties

• Assist in the implementation of out of school time and summer programming for youth in grades K through 3^rd grade
• Lead daily activities, including but not limited to tutoring, socioemotional learning, and additional enrichment activities
• Lead groups of youth in a safe, professional, and respectful manner
• Nurture a safe, respectful, challenging and inclusive environment
• Assist with outreach and communications for participant recruitment and retention
• Assist with administering and collecting student and parent surveys
• Update and maintain database input of all participants and program activities
• Establish and maintain communication with members of the staff about student needs and aspects of the program
• Develop positive relationships with parents
• Provide support to volunteer tutors and mentors
• Support children's emotional, academic, and social development, and maintain awareness of individual needs
• Support Program Coordinator with the implementation and tracking of individualized plans for each participant
• Support new program initiatives impacting Jubilee Housing, Platform of Hope, and additional partner organizations at the direction of the Director of Youth Services and the Vice President of Programs (TBD)
• Participate in the implementation of other program areas within Youth Services, including family programming and volunteer recruitment, training and support
• Create a plan and coordinate transition efforts for participants moving within programs at Jubilee Youth Services
• Other duties as assigned by the Early Start Program Coordinator and Director of Youth Services

Desired Qualifications

• A commitment to supporting the academic performance and resourcefulness of youth from low-income families/background
• BS/BA in child/youth development, education, social work or other related field preferred
• A commitment to professional development within and outside of Jubilee Housing related to current trends and youth development
• Must undergo a comprehensive background check, including clearances for the National Sex Offender Registry and the District of Columbia Child Protection Registry, as well as FBI Background Checks
• Must utilize developmentally appropriate classroom management skills and strategies for K-3^rd graders
• At least two years of experience working with black and Latinx youth of low-income households, preferably middle school-aged children
• Demonstrable experience working as part of a team

The following attributes will be valuable to this role:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to act quickly, calmly, and thoughtfully in a crisis situation
• Sound judgment
• Spanish fluency a plus, but not required
• Knowledgeable about the daily realities facing low-income families/individuals
• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van
• Respect for all spiritual traditions

Benefits

Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, STD, LTD, and Life insurances, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, transportation stipend and a 403b matched contribution retirement plan.

Background Check and Drug Screening

Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a drug screening and will be required to consent to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Background check and drug test results do not automatically preclude you from being considered for employment. We recognize that each candidate's circumstances may differ, and we evaluate all aspects of your application and qualifications before making a final decision.

Reference Checks

 Please be prepared to provide 3 professional references if you are selected for this role.

Jubilee Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer