BASIC FUNCTIONS: Oversee the care, instruction, attendance-keeping and implementation of the Bridge Program at a school site; perform an array of duties during and after school with the goal of providing a safe and constructive environment for students participating in the District Bridge Program. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic aspects of the physical and emotional care of children Indoor and outdoor recreational and educational activities for school-aged children Proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation Positive behavior management techniques and discipline of children Effective clerical and record-keeping practices and procedures Basic computer skills including email, attendance tracking and word processing ABILITY TO: Effectively organize and oversee a school site after-school program Demonstrate an understanding, patient, respectful and receptive attitude toward students of all ages Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults Effectively supervise and care for children with varying degrees of development and needs in various activities Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Understand and follow oral and written instructions Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to students EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and increasingly responsible experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.