What are the responsibilities and job description for the Southside MS - Enrichment position at Communities in Schools?
Position Title/Type: Enrichment Staff
Number of hours per week: 15 to 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- A high school diploma or GED
- Successfully passed background screening with Duval County Schools and the Department of Children and Families.
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation.
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills, willingness, and ability to effectively communicate with youth, practical verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and high energy
- Creative ansolution-orienteded
- Knowledge of School-Based Programs
- Ability to work as a team member.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides quality supervision to students in the program.
- Provides academic tutoring assistance to struggling students.
- Carries out planned enrichment activities while being engaged with students.
- Assists during special events, snack service, and dinner service.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications,
- Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
- DCF 40 hours required within 90 days of hire.
- Maintains a positive relationship with the Program Manager, Lead Teachers, school faculty, parents, and students.
- Serves as a positive role model to students.
*Perform all other duties assigned by the Director of Afterschool and Assistant Director*
Our Culture: We have worked to keep students on track for graduation for over 34 years in Jacksonville, and have seen firsthand that any obstacle to learning, even the smallest ones, can significantly impact a child's development. That's why we're deeply embedded in the lives and schools of our students, helping them overcome obstacles to success. The most exciting aspect of being an employee at Communities In Schools of Jacksonville is knowing that every day, we make a positive impact that helps students successfully learn, stay in school, and ultimately prepare for life. We have a diverse, energetic, and fun team of individuals working together to help students realize their potential and pursue their dreams.
Work Environment: This position requires an individual who can work in a fast-paced environment with high energy, numerous distractions, and plenty of laughter. The perspective of students is an integral part of our work. A Program Manager must be able to plan and implement activities both in person and virtually, utilizing various resources. Safety is of the utmost importance; thus, planning and preparation are paramount. Their duties may frequently require activities outside in varying weather conditions; employees may be exposed to sunny, wet, humid, or other conditions beyond their immediate control.
Part-Time Benefits:
- Free Employee Assistance & Discount program
- Opportunity for promotion within the company
- CIS is a not-for-profit employer eligible for most student loan forgiveness programs