Schools Out Counselor I Job South Burlington area,Vermont USA,Education / Teaching

School's Out Counselor, Level 1

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district.

Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Responsible for assisting a site-specific School's Out Site Director in planning, supervising, and delivering programmed activities. Works alongside Level 2 or higher personnel, does not work independently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in the daily operation of the after school program by:

Interacting with students, staff, parents, and the school community in a constructive manner to create a positive, and welcoming learning environment.
Providing general supervision to students. Ensures guidelines for participation, inclusion, conduct, and discipline are followed to maintain a safe, enjoyable, learning environment.
Monitoring student transitions and dismissal from activities.
Serving as a liaison and maintaining relationships with students, school administrators, parents/guardians, volunteers, and community members.
Assists with the coordination and supervision of students during monthly field trips.
Attends meetings as needed.
Providing regular feedback to the Site Director about activities, recommended actions, needs, concerns, and highlights. Reports incidents involving students and/or staff immediately to the School's Out Site Director and/or Assistant Program Administrator.

Assist the Site Director in administrative processes including, but not limited to: attendance, data collection and entry, training staff, communications, activity planning, and performing enrollment procedures.

Participates in training and professional development, as determined appropriate, by the School's Out Assistant Program Administrator.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Must meet requirements for child labor, one or more years of HS or equivalent. Some demonstrated experience working with younger children and/or customer service skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others, commit to tasks, and display enthusiasm.

Certified in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Second Step, Trained in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community is essential. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form is required.

Why Join SBSD?

* Supportive colleagues and leadership

* Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

* Professional growth and advancement

* Comprehensive benefits

* Meaningful work that impacts students daily