After School Program Teacher

After School Program Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Site Coordinator, After School Program Teachers will assist with the supervision and activities of the program participants.

SUPERVISION:Responsible for directing Teacher's Assistants.

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

• Teachers within the After School Program shall assist with childcare in a designated student to teacher ratio in the program.
• Responsible for complying with policies as outlined in the Parent and Staff Handbooks.
• Ensure student safety and follow appropriate emergency protocols.
• Assist other teachers, assistants and aides as necessary.
• Maintain a specific weekly work schedule to accommodate the program's effectiveness.
• Implement enriching after school activities for children at the appropriate age level.
• Assist children with school work during remote learning and homework as requested.
• Keep the Site Coordinator and Program Director informed of any specific behavioral problems or program issues.
• Assisting children during homework time by walking the room and offering help.
• Interacting with children to provide guidance, emotional support, and motivation to complete tasks.
• Maintaining an organized and tidy space and encouraging students conduct themselves appropriately.
• Ensuring that all school rules, policies, and guidelines are followed.
• Any other duties as required by the Program Director for the position.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee but is in accordance with the terms of the contract for the position and is subject to change as the needs of the Burlington School Department and requirements of the job changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EEC Qualifications equal to Group Leader
• Minimum three years experience working with children.

The qualifications listed above are preferential to the duties and responsibilities as listed in the job description but may be waived at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools.

WORK SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

This position is paid hourly (non-exempt) the program is open from school dismissal – 6:00 PM Monday-Friday. Salary starting at $20.00 per hour. We are open 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM during school vacation weeks and professional development days as well as have a summer program. Work 1 or 2 days or all 5. Final schedule shall be determined by the Director of Childcare Services.

This position is eligible to participate in the EEC Scholarship Program, providing free educational opportunities

The Burlington Public Schools prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator for students, Lisa Chen, or Title IX Coordinator for staff, Joanne Faust.

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