Kids Club Program Aide (Student Worker)

Full Time
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Posted
Job description

    Location:
    District Wide
    Date Available:
    ASAP
    Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled

    KIDS CLUB PROGRAM AIDE

    (This position is for students currently enrolled in High School who meet the age requirement; see below for details.)
    Location: Various Elementary Buildings in SoWashCo Schools
    Before & After School Program
    Eligible for Retention Bonus


    POSITION: Kids Club Program Aide (candidates must be a current High School Student)

    HOURS: The work hours will vary based upon the school start and end times. Below are examples of what the hours may be at the different locations:

    BEFORE SCHOOL
    Start times may include:
    7:00, 7:15 or 7:30 am (all locations, except for Crestview, Red Rock, Royal Oaks & Newport as morning hours for Program Aides are not available at these schools)
    Position End Times may include:
    8:25 or 8:30 am (Armstrong, Cottage Grove El, Grey Cloud, Hillside, Middleton, Pine Hill, Pullman or Woodbury El.)
    9:10 or 9:15 am (Bailey, Liberty Ridge, Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion or Valley Crossing)

    AFTER SCHOOL
    Start times may include:
    2:00 or 2:15 pm (Crestview, Newport, Red Rock or Royal Oaks)
    2:45 or 3:00 pm (Armstrong, Cottage Grove El, Grey Cloud, Hillside, Middleton, Pine Hill, Pullman or Woodbury El.)
    3:30 or 3:45 pm (Bailey, Liberty Ridge, Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion or Valley Crossing)
    Position End Times may include:
    5:00, 5:15, 5:30 or 6:00 (all locations)

    LOCATION: All elementary schools

    HOURLY RATE: $10.55/hour


    POSITION SUMMARY:

    This position is responsible for assisting one or more Kids Club (KC) Site Supervisors and Paraprofessionals to provide instructional and supervisory support to students enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program. This position also assists with prep work for activities, participates in activities and develops positive relationships with children, staff, and parents within the program.


    PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Facilitate and assist Site Supervisor with the implementation of lesson plans. Actively lead and participate in group games, craft projects, science, cooking, gym, outdoor activities and dramatic play.
    • Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, work with team to develop the mental, physical, social and emotional abilities of individual children. Promptly inform Supervisor of any observations regarding difficulties in adjustment, learning, social interaction, behavior, and/or the physical functioning of individual children.
    • Maintain and enforce the safety and security of the children in the School Age Child Care Program. Assist with timely and accurate attendance counts and continual monitoring of the environment to ensure safety.
    • Model appropriate behavior and encourage children to develop positive social relationships. Intervene, as appropriate and directed, using strategies such as peer mediation, conflict resolution, problem solving, and/or other behavior management techniques.
    • As directed, assist KC Supervisor in complying with district and KC policies and procedures, including but not limited to: emergency procedures, building orientation, confidentiality, student vulnerability, reporting (including injuries, behavioral issues and suspected abuse or neglect) and classroom management.
    • Prepare equipment and materials for activities and arrange the program areas as necessary. This includes set-up and clean-up of the supplies, equipment and program areas, as well as the preparation and serving of meals and snacks. Notify Supervisor about equipment that needs repair or replacement or supplies that need purchasing.
    • Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
    • Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equality for all students, staff and families.
    • Other duties as assigned.


    JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

    Required:

    • Minimum age of 16 years, and currently enrolled in high school.
    • Successful completion of DHS fingerprint/background check requirements.
    • Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
    • Proven ability to provide services to students as directed by Supervisor in a manner that demonstrates a positive respect for the dignity and basic rights of children. Accepts work direction willingly and shifts work assignments and/or accepts new job responsibilities as needed.
    • Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students. Helps provide a positive child care environment.
    • Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Microsoft Word and navigating on the internet.
    • Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
    • Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
    • Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.


    Desired:

    • Current First Aid and CPR certification.
    • Some childcare experience.


    ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP
    POSTING ENDS: Posted until position is filled




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