Title

Out-of-School-Time Aide and Program Assistant 

General Description

To work in partnership with school staff, community partners, youth, and parents to coordinate and implement an after school enrichment program assisting Dalton Intermediate, McHarg or BelleHeth Elementary Schools achieve their missions. Contingent upon availability of grant funds.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have 1 year of college education; education background preferred
• Education or training equal to the knowledge, skills, and abilitites of this position
• Prior experience working with scholl-age children
• Prior experience in MicroSociety enrichment venture/agency area
• Experience that indicates a commitment to viewing youth from an asset development approach
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with youth
• Ability to consult and involve youth in a variety of particpatory roles

Valued Qualities

• Courteous and professional conduct
• Self-starter and problem solver with strong initiative
• Team player
• Flexibility regarding time and availability
• High level of energy and enthusiasm
• Dedication and commitment to program model and goals laid out in 21^st CCLC application
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain focus and energy throughout the program year

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist certified teachers with homework assistance, tutoring, and remediation activities.
• Provide one-on-one student assistance as assigned.
• Assist program director and site coordinator with maintaining all program documentation including but not limited to enrollment, attendance, assessment, parent contact, and safety records.
• Inform adukt family members of important schedule updates and other important information as assigned.
• Monitor the parent entrance and maintain early student check out procedure.
• Facilitate youth participation in enrichment activities thru MicroSociety venture/agency
• Plan and implement enrichment curriculum thru MicroSociety venture/agency. 
• Maintain student and venture/agency records and complete required student reports.
• Follow school procedures as listed in the School Student Handbook.
• Set a positive example for students with respect to punctuality, dress, language, and behavior.
• Maintain all equipment used in activities and assure its safe storage.
• Plan for the safe operation of the program and the safety of all participants, including accident reports.
• Maintain a productive behavioral environment for all students.
• Inform Site Coordinator of behavioral issues as they arise.
• Complete all scheduled staff development sessions (6 per year) and weekly staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Requirements

• Criminal background check
• Fingerprinting and Child Abuse Index Clearance from Department of Justice
• CPR and First Aid Certification - preferred

Reporting: Out-of-School-Time Aide reports directly to the Site Coordinator 

Performance Review 

• Conducted by Beans and Rice, Inc. and RCPS Designee(s)                                                                                   
• Bi-annual

Employment Status: Part-time, hourly

Hours per week: Varies between 3-12 on-site; up to an additional 6 per week in office

Compensation: $12.00-$15.00/hr depending on experience

Length of Employment: Contingent upon availability of grant funds

School Year - Nine (9) month position, September – May

Summer – One month position (July) - not guaranteed, scheduled as needed by program director; opt out permitted

Work Schedule:  Some flexibility, generally 2:30-5:30 pm, Monday-Thursday, monthly Friday field trips or events, monthly Family Engagement Nights from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Location(s): Dalton Intermediate, McHarg or Belle Heth Elementary Schools

Number of Available Positions: 2

How to Apply

To inquire about the position or apply complete on-line application at www.rcps.org

Statement of Nondiscrimination

Radford City Schools and Beans and Rice, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, or national origin. This policy also includes the handicapped and all disabled Vietnam-era veterans. Together Radford City Public Schools and Beans and Rice, Inc. utilize only job-related criteria in making decisions concerning applicants and employees.