LOOP Activity Leader na Grand Rapids Public Schools

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.

GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

***This is a Grant-Funded, non-tenured position continued employment under the terms of this grant is contingent upon continued funding***

Activity Leader – LOOP Program

Department:             Office of Extended Learning (OEL)    

Unit:                         No Benefits       

Wage:                       $20.00 per hour

Direct Supervisor:     Director of Office of Extended Learning

JOB SUMMARY

The Activity Leader will assist the Site Coordinator in the planning, developing, and implementing of classroom activities for after school programs at local schools. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program and may involve early morning responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

Program Management Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Participate and assist in daily classroom activities.
• Provide weekly lesson plans to the Site Coordinator.
• Provide each participant’s parent with information on individual activities daily.
• Prepare materials for daily activities.
• Maintain records of attendance, arrival times, and departure times.
• Always maintain supervision of children.
• Attend all meetings, trainings and program planning sessions scheduled and/or specified by the Office of Extended Learning (OEL).
• Maintains a safe environment.
• Enforces all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Uses positive behavior interventions supports/SEL methods; recommend or initiate other measures to correct behavior.

Please Note: All GRPS LOOP sites are licensed by the State of Michigan and operate under all guidelines and policies as outlined in the MiLEAP Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers Manual.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-year childcare or youth-related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Prior to working with scholars in a structured program setting, must complete MiLEAP (PA116) mandated requirements:
• Comprehensive Childcare Background Check (CCBC) including fingerprinting by MiLEAP approved agencies.
• Obtain CCBC eligibility to work in a licensed childcare facility.
• Complete MiRegistry Health and Safety Online Modules A, B, C and Transportation or annual Health and Safety Refresher Course; submit learning record transcript to Office of Extended Learning upon completion.
• Module A MUST be completed before working with scholars.
• Obtain First Aid Certification and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) by MiLEAP approved agencies; submit ARC/AHA certificate/card to Office of Extended Learning upon completion.
• Valid state issued ID.
• Fingerprinting required by hiring agency.
• Child Abuse/Neglect Central Registry Check.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
• Ability and desire to work with elementary and/or middle school children 
• Working knowledge of computers.

Additional Qualifications:

• Reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong collaborative and team-building skills; ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate volunteer and program-delivery efforts.
• Human relations skills, including the ability to work with a diverse group of scholars, parents, administrators, teachers, volunteers, and community members.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of youth development (developmental assets).
• Good computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheet software, etc.
• Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stands and/or walks during most of the working day. Turns, stoops, climbs, bends, pushes, pulls, reaches for, and carries materials and equipment in the performance of tasks. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds. Must be able to work outside for extended periods (up to the entire eight-hour shift) in all weather conditions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work is performed indoors although there will be required outdoor activities. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of scholars.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing in the English language, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate.

Non-Discrimination

The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations: Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819-2022 or [email protected].