About the Salvation Army:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The After-School Program Associate I is responsible in assisting the Education Manager in the smooth operations of the After School and literacy programs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently studying education, child development, human services, or related field.
• Experience in teaching and leading youth in academic or creative settings.
• Experience working with diverse background and ages, (K – 5th preferred).
• Experience with researching resources or tools for students and families.
• Possess a basic understanding of the effects of trauma on students.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with parents/families.
• Comfortable with enforcing program rules and policies.
• Must be able to handle emotionally charged situations.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:

• Comfortable using Google Suite, Outlook, Microsoft Suite, and Trello.
• Ability to use Zoom.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

DUTIES AND RESONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with homework completion with integrity and encouraging student independent problem solving and editing skills.
• Lead a specific component of daily and monthly operations and programming for the Education Department.
• Provide opportunities for children to succeed, develop, and strengthen academic, physical, and social skills.
• Actively seek professional development and resources to further support youth and families.
• Report possible cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to the proper authorities.
• Escort After School children from the pick-up locations to the building.
• Ensure Child Safety Policies are practiced on a constant basis.
• Design, plan, and implement weekly lessons and activities.
• Build a positive rapport with all children and their families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RELIGIOUS PURPOSES OF THE SALVATION ARMY:

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes, and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

AT-WILL:

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employee relationship with this organization is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless an authorized executive of this organization specifically acknowledges such change in writing.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

I have read this job description and understand the requirements/duties of this job. I will strive to fulfill the responsibilities of this job.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

This position is responsible for all the duties listed in this position description. You may delegate duties to volunteers or staff; however, you are ultimately responsible for getting the job done. Education Manager and/or the Kroc Center Program Managers must approve any delegation of duties in advance.

SUMMARY:

This position includes these specific duties as listed and will include other duties as assigned by the Kroc Center Administrator.

Experience

• Experience working with diverse background and ages, (K – 5th preferred).

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)