Family Child Education-Santa Clara Unified School District provides high-quality infant, toddler preschool, and after-school programs on elementary school campuses throughout Santa Clara Unified School District.
Family Child Education is seeking a passionate Youth Program Leader interested in making a difference in the lives of young children ages 11-14 years old.
As one of our dynamic and experienced after-school Teachers, you will ensure our program provides hands-on, developmentally appropriate educational activities and an enriched and inviting indoor and outdoor classroom environment to create a positive after school learning experience for middle school students and their families.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION here: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1958903
POSITION DETAILS:
SALARY:$25.35-31.74 per hour
- Salary based on education and experience
- Benefits include: paid Sick Leave and Holiday pay. Additional benefits may be available based on eligibility.
HOURS: 25 hours per week, 12 months. Monday-Friday, 1:00pm-6:00pm
- Additional hours during school break weeks may be available. Schedule will vary depending on the needs of the program.
- Programs are open year-round.
- Hours, schedules, and locations are subject to change when school is not in session based on the needs of the program and department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- AA or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Youth/Adolescent Development, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience working with children ages 11-14 years old in aneducational or youth recreation program setting.
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Working knowledge or the ability to learn District adopted software: Google suite software, Google Classroom, Google Hangout and/or Zoom, etc.
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs. chest high, and pass a physical exam
- Must be able to walk, squat, bend and stand; ability to move freely to supervise and engage in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
- Plan and prepare a safe and nurturing learning environment that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students.
- Lead program activities and projects with intentionality and linked to 21st-century skills (creativity, critical thinking, and information and communication technology).
- Create a classroom environment that helps young people develop positive relationships with peers and adults. Use Positive Discipline in classroom management techniques.
- Create a program culture and environment that supports and embraces diversity, access, and equity.
- Ensure the health and safety needs of the children are met and issues are dealt with immediately and appropriately.
- Create an exciting and enriched environment connected to curriculum and quality learning experiences.
- Supervise students indoors and outdoors within well-defined boundaries to ensure the safety of all students at all times.
- Knowledge and experience with Project Based Learning, STEAM, and creating developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Provide excellent customer service for families, school, community, and each other.
- Communicate regularly with parents to support, guide, and share in their child’s development.
- Ability to supervise, coach, and mentor teachers in curriculum development, classroom management, and parent/family partnerships.
- Ability to work collaboratively by practicing workplace values, flexibility, and being a team player.
- Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with the school community.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.01 - $31.74 per hour
Expected hours: 22 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Santa Clara, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person