Express Childcare Activity Leader

JOB STATUS:
OPEN

POSITION TITLE:
EXPRESS CHILDCARE ACTIVITY LEADER

POSTING NUMBER:
EA008-18

POSTING DATE:
09/17/2018

CLOSING DATE:
09/21/2018

LOCATION:
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY

JOB INFORMATION:

• HOURS PER DAY: 5
• SCHOOL YEAR POSITION (193 DAYS / 10 MONTHS)
• TIME: Split Hours from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

SALARY: LEVEL 45 ON THE EXPRESS ACTIVITY LEADER SALARY SCHEDULE Download Salary Schedule

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENTS:

Assist in the operation of the Express program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implement a schedule of activities and events before and after school for school-age children.
2. Assure proper care and maintenance of the facilities being used in the Express program.
3. Supervise all children who are enrolled in the Express program.
4. Assist the Express site director in the development of program and activities.
5. Maintain records as required.
6. Carry out appropriate and positive discipline as established by the program coordinator.
7. Perform other such duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
2. High school diploma or equivalent.
3. Demonstrated experience and ability in working with elementary students.
4. Experience in school setting or equivalent youth program preferred.
5. Education in child development or related field desirable.
6. Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
7. Demonstrated proficiency in basic communication skills.
8. CPR certificate, first aid card, and food handler's permit required upon hiring.
9. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators while maintaining confidentiality.
10. Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
11. Physical ability to walk with students on field trips, bend and stoop. Physical ability to chase/run after students, when necessary, in order to maintain safety of students. Ability to lift 30 pounds.
12. Willingness to assist students with personal hygiene in accidental or emergency situations when necessary.

OTHER INFORMATION:

APPLY TO:

Apply online at www.spokaneschools.org by selecting EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. For further information call Human Resources Department at (509) 354-7265. Applications will be screened when complete application materials are received. Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's officers as follows: Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, Kevin O'Neill (509) 354-5961 * Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer, Dr. Adam Swinyard (509) 354-7393 * 504 Compliance Officer, Gwen Harris (509) 354-7393 * ADA Officer, Dr. Linda McDermott (509) 354-7318 * Affirmative Action Officer, Kevin O'Neill (509) 354-5961 * Equal Opportunity Officer, Ramon Alvarez, (509) 354-7344 * 200 N. Bernard Street, Spokane, WA 99201-0206. Click here for a list of the current compliance officers: View EEO Compliance Officers

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Work Schedule-Days and hours are subject to change depending on program and district needs.
2. Benefits-Fringe benefits are provided for employees who work at least half-time (20 hours per week) or more in a regular position. Stipends are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement as negotiated.
3. Association Membership-Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement between Spokane Public Schools and the Union, a newly-elected employee must either become a member of the association, pay an equivalent representation fee, or based on bona fide religious objections, pay an equivalent amount to a nonreligious charity mutually agreed upon by the employee and the association.
4. A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees prior to start date. A processing fee is payable by payroll deduction.

Employee Group
Express Activity Leader - EA

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