Description
Unleashing Potential is looking for passionate and dependable Program Assistant for our before and after school program in the School District of University City. Unleashing Potential partners with local elementary schools to provide educational, curriculum-based programing before and after school. Program Assistants are responsible for implementing lesson plans and activities with students, facilitating field trips, and more. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who loves working with children and is interested in part-time employment.
Unleashing Potential currently has openings at the following locations:
The School District of University City
Jackson Park Elementary, 7400 Balson Ave. University City, MO 63130
Please note: After School hours are approximately 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 pm. Exact work schedules are dependent on the school district.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Implements after school program under the supervision of the Site Coordinator/Manager. Give input into the creation of youth programming through daily direct interaction in classroom with children.
- Implements a variety of program components, including evidenced based curricula containing character education, STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts and Math), life skills, academic and nutrition and physical fitness activities for school aged children.
- Facilitates field trips and special events for children
- Assists in the development and implements lesson plans and prepares for daily activities.
- Facilitates regular group activities, (including educational, recreation, character building) and serves as a primary contact for students
- May provide individual tutoring with children
- Responsible for various weekly programmatic reports
- Distributes snacks and meals to children
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment/Conditions:
- The ability to lift 25 pounds
- Frequent interruptions
- Performs functions in a high energy environment with children and youth
- Sitting, standing, eye strain, and walking
- Moderate to high noise levels
Requirements
Education /Job Experience/Other Qualifications
- 2 or more years experience in programming with school age children; or AA degree in Elementary Education, or related field preferred
- Strong math, reading, spelling, and comprehension skills necessary
Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate meetings with external vendors, school district personnel, conduct evaluations, provide constructive feedback and resolve conflict, communicate with Parents, School Staff, Unleashing Potential Administration, Licensing, Funder Representatives, and Community Partners.
- Able to read, comprehend, and implement education-based lesson plans, especially relating to STEAM concepts.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and the ability to learn and operate funder
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between sites, as needed
Professionalism and Work Conduct:
- Behaves with integrity, demonstrates high ethical standards, and displays a positive image of Unleashing Potential
- Acts in a professional manner at all times and maintains appropriate boundaries with children, families and staff.
- Demonstrates accountability for results and keeps commitments to others.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in conferences and educational opportunities related to child and youth well-being
Summary
The Program Assistant is a direct provider of after school programming in a St. Louis Region Elementary School, executing programs in alignment with Unleashing Potential’ mission and goals. Provides educational enrichment and character building programming to children. Conducts activities that cultivate growth not only academically but with a holistic approach.