After School Program Jobs in Encinitas, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary
Do you have a Vision? We Do!
Our Vision: Every student graduates from Vista Unified as a resilient, agile learner and creative problem solver who navigates the world with confidence and kindness and eagerly embraces local and global challenges.
Do you want to be part of a team that inspires students to reach beyond the text book in innovative and technological ways? If you would like to work where a culture of Trust, Respect, Collaboration, Equity and Kindness are a part of the daily work environment then you have found it!
Our Portraits:
Learner Portrait: Kind and Confident; Curious and Connected; Capable and Knowledgeable
Adult Portrait: Compassionate Champion; Flexible and Innovative Facilitator; Open-Minded and Equity-Centered Learner
System Portrait: Inclusive Culture Focused on Growth; Joyful, Innovative, Rigorous, and Equitable Learning Environments; Future-Oriented, Forward Thinking; Family and Community Partnerships
Core Values: Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Equity and Kindness.
To learn more, please continue reading about this posted opportunity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate and some paid/volunteer experience working with youths in an organized setting. Proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent to be submitted with completed application and meet one of the 3 requirements: A) Completion of 2 years of study (48 semester units) at an institution of higher learning, or B) an Associate's Degree or higher, or C) pass a rigorous District-administered assessment that demonstrates the knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and math.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
IA I -AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned Supervisor, assist in the effective instruction of students and reinforce lessons in the After School Program in a classroom or learning center; to perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties; perform related duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities; monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel. E
Assist students with homework assignments; explain questions and provide better understanding of homework as needed. E
Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students. E
Serve as a role model; develop positive/reinforce social behaviors of students; discipline students according to established procedures. E
Supervise students in assigned areas of outdoor eating areas, halls, restrooms, on the playground and at other locations during hours to which assigned. E
Assure the health and safety of students according to standard health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment. E
Escort children to and from classrooms as assigned.
Assist in and/or prepare snacks for students.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Child development principles and practices.
Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling,
language and reading.
Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Health and safety regulations.
ABILITY TO:
Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English.
Perform routine clerical tasks.
Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the
enhancement of a positive educational environment.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
Oversee and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some paid or volunteer experience working with youth in an organized setting.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom and playground environment.
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to assist students.
Seeing to observe students.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment.
Requirements / Qualifications

• Certificate Copy (Associate's Degree or higher)
OR Copy of Transcript (Completion of 48 units)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Diploma or GED required if less than 48 units)

Comments and Other Information
OPEN CONTINUOUS- Open to the public with the selection process resulting in an Eligibility List that will be used to fill current vacancies, provide substitutes, and any future vacancies that occur within one (1) year.
All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may consist of an evaluation and scoring of application materials, written testing, oral interview and/or performance test to evaluate the applicant's skill, training and experience.
The EdJoin system will time-out after a 20 minute period of perceived inactivity. Your responses to the supplemental questions are limited to 5,000 characters.
A completed on-line application is required of all applicants to be considered for this opening. Once you have submitted your application, please check your email because EdJoin will send you an email verifying that your application has been submitted correctly. If you do not receive an EdJoin email, check your spam/junk mailbox. In the event that you do not receive an email, you will need to apply again.
All applicants will be notified by email regarding their selection status. Please be sure to check your email as to the next step in the recruitment process since this is the only form of communication that you will receive.
Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identify, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.
Rachel D'Ambroso, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, is designated as the Title IX Compliance Officer and is responsible for employee complaints pertaining to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying. Phone: (760) 726-2170, extension 92202 or hr@vistausd.org.
A copy of the district's Uniform Complaint/Sexual Harassment Policies and forms can be found at:
https://www.vistausd.org/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1516177617023&vdid=7i24b1rgcie925
If you are having difficulty in completing your on-line application, please call 888-900-8945 for assistance.
SPECIAL INFORMATION: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, TB test, fingerprinting and may include a physical exam. The physical and drug screen are paid for by the District. The fingerprint cost is $40.00 and is paid for by the candidate.