Senior Learning Leader

This part-time Senior 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. The Senior Learning Leader may work between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. during the regular school year and between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m during the Summer program, 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.

Under direction, the Sr. Learning Leader assists with day-to-day operations of MAP sites with anywhere between 40-120 students while supervising a team of Learning Leaders and Substitute Learning Leaders. The Sr. Learning Leader assists in the planning, preparation, and implementation of materials at a school site or other designated location and understands the California Department of Education After School Education and Safety program elements and requirements;

serves as a liaison between the site (School or Community location), staff, and the supervising City of Montclair Learning Coordinator; supervises and provides direction to Learning Leaders and Substitute Learning Leaders in implementing the academic enrichment, physical activity, and homework assistance; assists the Learning Coordinator with evaluation of the site needs; assists with record keeping and preparation of reports; maintains a neat and orderly learning facility;

may accompany students on field trips; attends in-service training; and provides a supportive and positive learning environment.

This Senior Learning Leader position is scheduled for most regular school days during the OMSD academic year, and may include additional work days for special programs and planning as needed.

This is a nonmanagement position and reports to the Montclair After school Program Coordinator or Montclair After school Program Supervisor.

Requires the desire to work effectively and properly with children using positive behavioral intervention and support concepts, a High School Diploma or equivalent and an Associate degree or equivalent in college units, i.e., 90 quarter or 60 semester units or possession of an Instructional Aide Certificate. If the Instructional Aide test is required, the candidate must successfully complete the test within the first 60 days of employment.

Three years experience working in an educational environment with students grades K-8 is preferred. Must possess a First Aid and CPR certificate and TB clearance certificate within the first 60 days of employment; and the ability and desire to deal effectively and properly with children. 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.

Possession of a valid California drivers license and proof of insurability required.

• 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.

• 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.

Possession of a valid California drivers license and proof of car insurance required.

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, kneel 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…