NEDP Assistant Group Leader (Northborough Extended Day Program)

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

The NEDP Assistant Group Leader is a member of a team that is responsible for providing a safe,

enriching, and respectful after school childcare community for school aged students in grades K through 5 at one

of the four elementary schools in Northborough. The qualifications and specifications of this position include

demonstrating the learning and execution of the Department of Early Education and Care regulations

and policies, communicating effectively with the Group Leaders, Site Coordinator, staff, and volunteers; and developing and assisting in implementing program activities. The Assistant Group Leader will be teamed with the Group Leader and/or Site Coordinator.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age (a work permit may be required).
• A mature individual who is able to relate well to children and adults.
• Desire to promote the growth and development of students.
• An understanding of positive behavioral approaches and positive youth development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and people skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism with staff, parents/guardians, and participants.
• The capacity to work independently.
• The ability to maintain professional boundaries and engagement skills with a challenging population.
• The ability to empathize with others.
• Experience working with elementary age children is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Exhibits sensitivity in working with children and families.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to pass all background checks (CORI, SORI, DCF, Fingerprinting, etc.)

Duties and Functions:

• Available to work whenever the program is in session also on Early Release Days and occasional full day

vacation weeks (onsite 2:15pm-6:15pm daily for Zeh and Proctor Schools and 2:45pm-6:15pm for

Lincoln and Peaslee Schools).

• Work with the Group Leader and Site Coordinator in recommending and developing and implementing programs of activities that support sports, games, math, science, arts and humanities, language, honesty, friendship, respect, caring, confidence, courage, sharing, cooperation, kindness, and empathy.
• Assist with and co-facilitate activities.
• Help to set up at the beginning of the program and clean up at the end of the day.
• Supervises and engages with children during activities.
• Establishes a good rapport with families and provides feedback on child’s experiences in the program.
• Ensures the spaces used by their group are left clean and organized.
• Utilize positive behavior management techniques.
• Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for students.
• Assist in the general preparation and housekeeping of the environment.
• Is adaptable with changes in programming.
• Ensures order within the groups at all times, including snack and activity times.
• Knows and follows all emergency procedures associated with the program.
• Promote an atmosphere that encourages healthy and productive learning and play and fosters positive self esteem in children.
• Treats all students and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Is culturally competent and provides an inclusive environment for all learners and colleagues.
• Assist the group leader and site coordinator with execution of age-appropriate activities on a daily basis.
• Attends mandatory monthly meetings and Professional Development Trainings (as needed).
• Maintain high standards of professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Maintain high standards in all interactions with children, families, and other staff.
• Supervise all activities in a way that ensures safety.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community

• Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions
• This position has a six month probationary period.
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Other duties as needed

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a school/office environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for after school meetings.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the assistant group leader is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The assistant group leader is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. The assistant group leader is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building. Must be able to navigate uneven terrain in the form of sand, hills, concrete and woods. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close-up vision, distance, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The job requires high levels of alertness and concentration.

The physical demands described here 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.