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Human Resources is accepting applications for the Extended Day Team Leader- Full-time, Grade X-07.
Provides general support to the Extended Day Supervisor (or Assistant Supervisor) of a school or center of Arlington
Public Schools (APS) - helps plan and present Extended Day programing, helps lead, schedule, train and monitor the
Extended Day workforce of Aides and Trainees, helps coach and keep Aides/Trainees informed, and personally provides
frontline custody and care of children at the facility of assignment. Helps ensure accountability, safety and care of children
at the facility (or a segment thereof). Helps ensure compliance with rules, adherence to programming, maintenance of order
and documentation of accidents, incidents and inappropriate behavior. Administers medications, first aid and
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Performs related functions. Also performs routine clerical administrative support tasks such as checking, listing, compiling, filing and light typing. Properly performed Extended Day
work team leadership directly affects compliance and effectiveness of the Extended Day Program at the facility of
assignment
RESPONSIBILTIES:
The Extended Team Leader supports an Extended Day Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor in the management and
implementation of the Extended Day (out-of-school time) program, supervision of staff, and the coordination of program
activities .
Duties and responsibilities in collaboration with the program supervisors and staff:
Ensure the safety, accountability and well-being of the students and staff;
Assist in planning and implementing a range of age and ability appropriate programs and activities for children 4 - 12 years of
age. Programming will include, but is not limited to enrichment activities (i.e. literacy, STEM, fitness), athletic and recreational
activities, homework supervision, and special events;
Communicate effectively with parents, administrators, and school personnel;
Lead and participate in professional development opportunities;
Support compliance with Arlington Public schools policies and procedures and licensing requirements;
Problem-solving and decision-making in support of staff, children, and the program;
A Team Leader must receive 24 hours of relevant and programmatic professional development each school year
Other related duties as required.
EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of, and skill in, assigning/reviewing tasks, setting the pace, and otherwise helping the supervisor by performing
group leader work, or ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge/skill set.
Knowledge of, and skill in, child accountability, custody and care to help ensure a safe, secure Extended Day environment.
Knowledge of baseline child development and behavior management information, including challenge engagement/achievement-behavior issues, to help plan, monitor and present effective programming and help ensure an
orderly, supportive and respectful Extended Day environment.
Knowledge of the operational details of the APS Extended Day Program, or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of this body
of information, to carry out program support responsibilities.
Skill in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information (verbal, numerical or abstract) to solve a
problem.
Skill in oral communication to understand verbal information (including facts, descriptions and ideas) and to express such
information verbally so that others will understand.
Skill in written communication to understand written information (including facts, descriptions and ideas), and to express such
information in writing so that others will understand.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with business contacts in a businesslike, customer service-oriented manner; this
includes skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working in harmony with others as a member
or a leader of a team.
Baseline skill in using a computer, modern office suite software (such as MS Office), enterprise software and specialized
software.
Proficiency in, and willingness to, administer emergency medications, first aid and CPR.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Two years of progressively responsible experience (a) providing custody and care of groups of school-age children, (b)
providing child development or instructional activities to groups of school-age children, and (c) interacting with
parents/guardians of children in one's custody and care.
Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and tailoring and delivering work products and services to meet the
needs of diverse groups is desired.
SALARY: Salary based on the FY26 Pay Plan.
Newly hired employees with previous experience in their field may receive salary credit for up
to five years of experience related to the job being filled
Please Note: Arlington Public Schools receives a high volume of applications for many positions. As a result, only candidates who are identified as meeting the qualifications and whose experience and skills best align with the needs of the school, department, or office may be contacted for an interview. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or individual contact regarding the status of an application.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations - Equal Employment Opportunity - that "Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability."