Expanded Learning Program Leader (ISANA Himalia)

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Program leaders work directly with an assigned class of approximately 20-25 students, in a K-8 school setting. Program leaders interact with students to provide a positive role model, coach, and mentor. Program leaders support the Celerity Mission and Vision through effective implementation of daily program guide activities and Fun Friday projects. Program leaders are flexible, committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic as it relates to their interactions with Celerity stakeholders. Program Leaders will receive continuous training and coaching support to strengthen their capacity to engage students in an expanded learning and enrichment environment.

About Expanded Learning and ASES: The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program provides funding for afterschool programs that focus on improving academic performance and providing safe, constructive alternatives for students. ASES programs emphasize literacy, academic enrichment, and safe recreational activities.

HOURS:

• Days: Monday – Friday
• Daily Schedule: 2:15pm – 6:00pm

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with partners and vendors to enhance the learning experience for ISANA students in the after-school program.
• Monitor and maintain student records, including attendance, rosters, and behavior.
• Work with diverse groups of students, maintaining a 20:1 student-to-leader ratio.
• Provide academic support, enrichment activities, and positive reinforcement to all students.
• Maintain a professional, positive attitude and a willingness to learn and tackle daily challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and engage with students during program hours.
• Assist in implementing educational activities and lesson plans.
• Provide support to students with varying needs and abilities.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Collaborate with teachers and program coordinators to ensure the program's success.
• Flexible Schedule: This position offers a flexible schedule, ideal for candidates who can be available to work on-call at least three times a week, if not more. This flexibility is perfect for students, part-time workers, or anyone looking to gain experience in education while managing other commitments.

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• At Least 48 College Credit or ability to pass the ISANA Academies Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Prior Experience working with school aged children preferred
• Must clear TB and Background
• Ability to maintain accurate and clear records

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:

• This position may include long periods of sitting or standing in an environment with moderate noise levels, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  This position is frequently required to stand, sit or walk, use hands and fingers and reach with arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read printed materials and a computer screen with ability to adjust focus.
• Communication skills required by this job include the ability to hear and speak.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
• The position occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, pushes, and pulls drawers to retrieve and file information and lifts and carries items that typically weigh less than 20 pounds.
• The position requires the ability to occasionally travel by train, plane, or other means inside and outside of the Los Angeles area.
• May have occasional exposure to irate parents, staff, and public and private representatives.

Salary : $20 - $29