Volunteer Summer Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

The contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin. This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received.

The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period. Job Description The Substitute Learning Leader will work within the Montclair After-school Program as an on-call, temporary part-time position dependent on grant funding and grant performance. The Substitute Learning Leader may work 0-29 hours per week as needed at designated MAP sites.

The Substitute Learning Leader may work between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. during the regular school year and between the hours of 7:30 a.m

and 6:30 p.m during the Summer program, with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments. This is an hourly paid grant position offering no supplemental employee benefits other than salary and is dependent on grant funding and grant performance. Essential Job Duties Under direction, the Substitute Learning Leader directly supervises a group of students, at an assigned MAP site, or other designated location

Supervision duties include, but are not limited to: providing homework assistance for students in grades K-8; writing lesson plans for and implementing California Common Core standards based learning activities in reading, math, social studies, and science, that are age appropriate and engaging for students; providing other standards based activities such as sports, visual and performing arts, cooking, computers (where available), dance, drama, character development, etc.; maintaining order and a positive atmosphere in the program; assisting in record keeping, such as attendance and student progress; straightening and organizing the learning facility; may accompany students on field trips; attending in-service training. The Substitute Learning Leader position is scheduled throughout the regular school days during the OMSD academic year and through the Summer Program, and may include additional work days for special programs and planning, as needed. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES This is a nonmanagement position and reports to the Senior Learning Leader or the Montclair Afterschool Program Coordinator

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requires the ability and desire to work effectively and properly with children. Requires an Associate degree or equivalent in college units, i.e., 90 quarter or 60 semester units or possession of an Instructional Aide Certificate or a minimum of two years experience working in an educational environment with Children. If the Instructional Aide test is required, the candidate must successfully complete the test within the first 60 days of employment

A TB clearance certificate and First Aid and CPR certificate, must be completed within the first 60 days of employment. The initial TB test and First Aid and CPR certification, and the instructional aide test, if applicable, will be completed at no cost to the employee. Knowledge of: Basic arithmetic computations; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; methods and techniques used in tutoring and working effectively with youth in Grades K-8; general understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports concepts; general needs and behavior patterns of youth; and knowledge of recreation principles and practices.

Skills/Abilities: Project a mature, constructive, stable, positive attitude in a learning environment; learn pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without close and immediate supervision; read and comprehend materials proficiently; understand the basic concepts of child growth and development and possess a genuine liking for youth; understand concepts of classroom management and control; speak, read, and communicate effectively, and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with staff, volunteers, parents, and youth; and to perform other duties as assigned. LICENSE Possession of a valid California drivers license and proof of car insurance required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lead physical education activities that may include running, jumping, or throwing a ball.

This position requires the physical ability to stoop, bend, twist, kneel and reach; to lift, carry and handle equipment, desks, and boxes without assistance; and to provide visual and auditory supervision of children. The ability to participate in activities with youth indoors or outdoors such as to walk, run, bend, pull, push carry, load/unload supplies, lift up or move up to 50 lbs. Must be able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children and communicate, see and hear well enough to keep participants safe.

The position must be able to function well in a noisy, busy environment that includes the comings and goings of students and their parents. Work requires supervising students and leading activities outdoors sometimes in damp, cold, and hot weather. The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.