Job Overview
The Extended Learning Group Leader, under the direction of the Campus Leader, will provide a safe environment for school age students before and after school. The incumbent will also supervise students and engage them in developmentally appropriate activities.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

PROGRAM SUPPORT

• Provide a safe and secure environment for all students in Extended Learning programs
• Adhere to all procedures and expectations outlined in district and program handbooks
• Lead a group of children with diverse needs and abilities
• Ensure that all staff and children are respectful of school property; ensure all campus rules are followed
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and in a positive manner with children, parents and other district personnel as prescribed by the program’s expectations
• Serve as a program ambassador to promote the program within the district, school and community

CURRICULUM

• Facilitate the implementation of program-designed curriculum, positive behavior management plans, and rotations created by Campus Leadership
• Responsible for creating and implementing enrichment clubs at campuses/sites (including but not limited to art club, gardening club, chess club, etc.)

SAFETY

• Maintain accurate documentation on each child regarding attendance, absences and student information
• Maintain accurate headcount of all children present at site and communicate changes with all other staff
• Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules to maintain the cleanliness of the Extended Day room

TRAINING

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (i.e., staff development, curriculum development, program committees)
• Maintain all required certifications and meet annual training requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• High School Diploma or GED College transcript in lieu of HS Diploma or GED Certificate
• Minimum of 1 year Previous experience working with children preferred

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.