Group Leader - OST

Westport Community Schools Westport Community Schools Out of School Time Prgm - Westport, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Group Leader Out of School Time

5 days per week

Hours:

Part-time. School year:
Afternoon hours only. 2:30pm - 5:30pm, Summer/School Breaks: 20+ hours varied weekly.

REPORTS TO:

Out of School Time Director/Out of School Time Coordinator

JOB GOAL:
Under supervision of the Director or designee, supervise children during playtime, ensuring safety and appropriate interactions.

• Implement age-appropriate activities and learning centers
• Provide individual attention to children as needed.
• Monitor children for signs of distress or potential hazards.

• Prepare materials and set up learning environments for activities.
• Lesson plans and curriculum implementation.
• Facilitate small group activities under the Site Coordinator or Program Coordinator supervision.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.

• Observe, document, and communicate concerning behavior to the Site Coordinator, Program Coordinator or Director
• Maintain accurate records of children's attendance and daily activities.

• Follow all EEC regulations regarding child safety and hygiene practices.
• Participate in emergency drills and procedures.
• Adhere to all reporting requirements regarding child abuse or neglect.

• * Performs such other appropriate tasks as may be assigned from time to time.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $15.50 to $16.50 Per Hour

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

It is the policy of the Westport Community Schools to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from harassment, violence or discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion,national origin, sex/gender, marital status, homelessness, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, pregnancy or any condition related to pregnancy, or military/veteran status.

* All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00. *

• CPR/First Aid certified required or must obtain CPR/First certification.
• 6 months of experience with children graded preK-4 working in a childcare or school setting preferred.
• Ability to work as a part of a team and independently.
• Demonstrate patience, understanding, warmth, and compassion toward children.
• Must be able to work with children who have different abilities.
• Proof of recent physical examination and proof of MMR vaccination or titer.
• Must complete EEC Essentials 2.0 Training.
• Must undergo a background check and fingerprints.
• Must be at least 18.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Human Resources
• 17 Main Road
• Westport, Massachusetts 02790
• Phone:
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• Email: kmcdaniel