Before and After School Program Aide - Continuous

Job Opportunity

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Every student graduates from Vista Unified as a resilient, agile learner and creative problem solver who navigates the world with confidence and kindness and eagerly embraces local and global challenges. Do you want to be part of a team that inspires students to reach beyond the text book in innovative and technological ways? If you would like to work where a culture of Trust, Respect, Collaboration, Equity and Kindness are a part of the daily work environment then you have found it!

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Inclusive Culture Focused on Growth;
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate and some paid/volunteer experience working with youths in an organized setting. Proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent to be submitted with completed application and meet one of the three requirements:

A) Completion of 2 years of study (48 semester units) at an institution of higher learning, or

B) an Associate's Degree or higher, or

C) pass a rigorous District-administered assessment that demonstrates the knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and math.

Job Description / Essential Elements:
Print IA I –AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned Supervisor, assist in the effective instruction of students and reinforce lessons in the After School Program in a classroom or learning center; to perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties; perform related duties as assigned. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities; monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel. Assist students with homework assignments; explain questions and provide better understanding of homework as needed. Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students.

Serve as a role model; develop positive/reinforce social behaviors of students; discipline students according to established procedures. Supervise students in assigned areas of outdoor eating areas, halls, restrooms, on the playground and at other locations during hours to which assigned. Assure the health and safety of students according to standard health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

Escort children to and from classrooms as assigned. Assist in and/or prepare snacks for students. Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:
Child development principles and practices. Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading. Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities. Student behavior management strategies and techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills. Health and safety regulations. ABILITY TO:
Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups. Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English. Perform routine clerical tasks. Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.

Oversee and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some paid or volunteer experience working with youth in an organized setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom and playground environment. Constant interruptions. PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time. Kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to assist students. Seeing to observe students. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment.