Learning Leader

Salary: $19.00 - $23.09 Hourly

Location : Montclair, CA

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 20220922

Department: Human Services

Opening Date: 09/26/2022

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Determined by Position

Bargaining Unit: N/A

The contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin.

This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received. The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period.
Job Description

This part-time Learning Leader position works within the Montclair After-School Program at a designated site up to an average of 29 hours per week as needed. During the regular school year, the Learning Leader may work Monday through Friday between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments. This is an hourly paid grant position offering no supplemental employee benefits other than salary and is dependent on grant funding and grant performance.

Essential Job Duties

Under direction of the Senior Learning Leader or Assistant Senior Learning Coordinator, the Learning Leader directly supervises a group of students, at an assigned MAP site, or other designated location. Supervision duties include, but are not limited to: providing homework assistance for students in grades K-8; writing lesson plans for and implementing California Common Core standards based learning activities in reading, math, social studies, and science, that are age appropriate and engaging for students; providing other standards based activities such as sports, visual and performing arts, cooking, computers (where available), dance, drama, character development, etc.; maintaining order and a positive atmosphere in the program; assisting in record keeping, such as attendance and student progress; straightening and organizing the learning facility; may accompany students on field trips; attending in-service training.

The Learning Leader position is scheduled throughout the regular school days during the OMSD academic year and through the Summer Program, and may include additional work days for special programs and planning, as needed.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a non-management position and reports to the Senior Learning Leader or Assistant Senior Learning Coordinator.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF
Basic arithmetic computations; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; methods and techniques used in tutoring and working effectively with youth in Grades K- 8; general understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports concepts; general needs and behavior patterns of youth; and knowledge of recreation principles and practices.

SKILLS/ABILITIES
Project a mature, constructive, stable, positive attitude in a learning environment; learn pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without close and immediate supervision; read and comprehend materials proficiently; understand the basic concepts of child growth and development and possess a genuine liking for youth; understand concepts of classroom management and control; speak, read, and communicate effectively, and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with staff, volunteers, parents, and youth; and to perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and an Associate degree or 48 college units. An Instructional Aide Certificate can substitute an Associate Degree or 48 college units. If the Instructional Aide test is required, the candidate must successfully complete the test within the first 60 days of employment. Requires the desire to work effectively and properly with children using positive behavioral intervention and support concepts. At least two years experience working in an educational environment with Children grades K-8 is preferred. A TB clearance certificate and First Aid and CPR certificate, must be completed within the first 60 days of employment and must be valid throughout the course of employment. The initial TB test and First Aid and CPR certification, and the instructional aide test, if applicable, will be completed at no cost to the employee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lead physical education activities that may include running, jumping, or throwing a ball. This position requires the physical ability to stoop, bend, twist and reach; to lift, carry and handle equipment, desks, and boxes without assistance; and to provide visual and auditory supervision of children. The ability to participate in activities with youth indoors or outdoors such as to walk, run, bend, pull, push carry, load/unload supplies, lift up or move up to 50 lbs. Must be able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children and communicate, see and hear well enough to keep participants safe. The position must be able to function well in a noisy, busy environment that includes the comings and goings of students and their parents. Work requires supervising students and leading activities outdoors sometimes in damp, cold, and hot weather.

HOURS
The position requires availability five days a week, Monday through Friday during the regular school year from approximately 12:00 p.m.- 6:30 p.m and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at a designated MAP site, with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments year round. Site hours are subject to change to meet the needs of the Department.

The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you ever been convicted of a crime - including a plea of guilty or no contest - which resulted in a criminal conviction, and has not been judicially ordered sealed or expunged? You may exclude minor traffic violations or possession of marijuana convictions which precede the date of your application and signature by two years.

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please briefly explain below the nature of the crimes(s), the date, and the place of the conviction(s). (Convictions are evaluated for each position and are not necessarily disqualifying; however, not truthfully identifying a conviction is grounds for disqualification.)If you answered "no" to the previous question, please type "no convictions".

04

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Arts/Crafts.

05

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Coaching.

06

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Computers.

07

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Cooking.

08

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Event Planning.

09

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Games.

10

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Music.

11

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Sports.

12

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Theater/Drama.

13

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Other Languages.

14

Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Other Specialty Area.

15

Please indicate days and hours you are available between Monday and Saturday.

16

If you became employed by Montclair After-School Program, what could you contribute to making the program educational and fun for the students?

17

Describe an experience that has made an impact on the way you work with others or with children. What happened and what did you learn that can be applied to this position?

Required Question

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