What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Program - Aide position at LAFAYETTE URBAN MINISTRY?
Job summary
As a Youth Program - After School Program you'll work closely with the Program Director to develop and execute thematic lessons, cooperative learning activities, field trips, and recreational events for Kindergarten through 6th-grade children. You'll be responsible for maintaining a safe, organized, and positive learning environment by assisting with daily routines, facility cleanliness, and the supervision of facilitators and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Director to develop thematic lessons and cooperative learning activities
- Implement lessons using a theme designated by the program director for children Kindergarten through 6th Grade
- Assist in development and execution of activities including field trips and recreation activities
- Drive LUM bus and complete required trainings associated with such
- Assist in the setup and supervision of daily routines such as snack distribution, outdoor activities, and daily organization and cleanliness
- Attend staff meetings with Director and Facilitators beyond work schedule
- Assist with supervision of Facilitators and volunteers
- Assume responsibility for the Program if Director & Assistant Director are unavailable
- Maintain good communication with supervisor, coworkers, volunteers, and families
- Follow guidelines given for Child Interaction Expectations, Child Guidance and Discipline, and bus driving and supervision rules
- Complete state required screenings and trainings as well as annual training requirements
- Other duties as assigned by Director
Minimum Requirements:
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field preferred
- Complete all LUM and State required trainings and screenings
- Must pass background check
- Experience working in a school setting with Kindergarten-5th Grade children
- Good verbal and written communication
- Able to travel as required by job duties
- Ability to follow and consistently implement the LUM behavior management system
- Able to do some lifting
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to be organized
- Able to set up with material/equipment ready and clean up assigned activities
- Strong interpersonal skill
- Able to keep facility clean
- Have a strong faith dynamic as expressed by a willingness to accept and support the LUM Mission Statement
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17