Assistant Expanded Learning Team Leader – 21st Community Learning Centers

Job Summary:

The Assistant Expanded Learning Team Leader – 21st Century Community Learning Centers is responsible for assisting the Expanded Learning Team Leader in leading an expanded learning program consisting of before school, after school and summer programs. Works with the Coordinator of Student Programs for Expanded Learning and the Early Learning Team Leader to ensure that grant objectives are met related to the delivery of services for the students.

• Responsible for assisting in creating and maintaining after school programs that meet grant goals and objectives.
• Assists in directing the activities of the staff assigned to the program.
• Works with the EL Team Leader in preparation, distribution and communication of program schedules, information and promotional materials.
• Helps work to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for children.
• Works cooperatively with building staff, parents, students and community representatives.
• Assists the EL Team Leader in work with Coordinator of Student Programs for Expanded Learning to facilitate the recruitment of staff and volunteers in order to facilitate academic and enrichment opportunities.
• Assists with recruiting students and maintaining attendance at targeted levels.
• Leads program activities for students when appropriate.
• Shares responsibility in organizing and maintaining program resources including healthy snack items, supplies and inventories of equipment.
• Helps develop and maintain a positive working relationship with students, school staff, the building principal, and Health, Safety and Nutrition Services staff.
• Responsible for the implementation of special projects as assigned.
• Attends required staff meetings, trainings and professional development.
• Assists with staff timesheets, documents, and attendance records to ensure they are accurate and submitted by department deadlines.
• Assists with work with food service director or other agencies to coordinate and manage Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meals.
• Works with the EL Team Leader to maintain positive school and community relations.
• Meets all requirements and helps maintain all paperwork for Department of Human Services Licensing.
• Serves as Team Leader in the absence of an Expanded Learning Team Leader.
• Substitutes in Youth Development Leader (YDL) role as necessary.
• Consistently models Win-Win leadership.

• Participates in the Youth Program Quality Assessment process and program improvement plans to help ensure program quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education:

Associate's degree or equivalent with at least six (6) semester hours in youth development, education, recreation, community education or related field required. Previous experience working in a 21st Century CLC program or closely related experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement. Must be able to complete the Michigan School Age Youth Development Certificate and Credential within one year of being hired.

Experience:

Minimum of two years related experience in a leadership position or with an organization responsible for providing services to children and/or families. Knowledge of community education, child development and out of school time and expanded learning programs.

Skills/Other:

Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as an effective team member. Must enjoy working with youth. Evidence of accurate record keeping, financial management and data collection skills. Self-starter with ability to be flexible and adapt to changes as necessary. Ability to prioritize responsibilities. Works successfully as a member of a team. Ability to utilize district technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district.

Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals. Must possess a strong knowledge of emergency procedures. Ability to meet the physical requirement of the position. Maintains a positive working relationship with parents/guardians and staff. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday and work week. Represents the district in a professional manner at all times.

Strong teamwork, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. Discretion with confidential information. Exercises good judgment and makes decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines.

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Salary

Schedule:

Contracted; $18.08-$22.04 per hour, commensurate with education and experience

Immediate Supervisor:
Coordinator of Student Programs for Expanded Learning