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Description

Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is a mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a fundamental and rigorous college preparatory education to any student that chooses one of our schools. Our day-to-day work is embodied with a set of core values: Students First, Be Adaptable, Lead People, Results Oriented Mindset (Accountability), Commitment to be Distinct (Be the Change). We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Expanded Learning Coordinator is responsible for program offerings, budget and staffing oversight. They will also provide academic assistance services to students who need remedial assistance, including tutoring students in specific academic areas related to their core curriculum and/or assist students with their homework assignments during the afterschool program. Tutors engage in academic activities with selected students either one-on-one or with small groups.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Extended Day Coordination (ASES) 

•  Supervise daily organization and implementation of the California After School Education and Safety (ASES) activities at the site and assure safety of participants. 
•  Using data, collaborate with day program staff to differentiate extended day tutoring and academic programs based on student needs and common core standards.  
•  Manage and allocate budget appropriately.  
•  Provide daily supervision of ASES staff and communicate regularly with staff supervisor of any ASES program leaders provided by another agency. 
•  Participate in evaluation of staff performance. 
•  Ensure compliance with all ASES policies and procedures and school policies. 
•  Conduct ASES staff meetings weekly or more frequently as needed and attend required ASES management meetings, events, and trainings. 
•  Communicate with site principal and teachers, partner agencies' ASES staff supervisors, and parents or guardians, as appropriate, about ASES student or program needs, progress, problems, or questions. Set up student groups as appropriate to age levels and establish daily rotation schedule for participation  

in activities and clubs to align with overall program schedule established by ASES management team. Oversee proper maintenance of equipment, materials and supplies and submit supplies requests to appropriate ASES staff for replenishment or replacement as needed. 

•  Supervise sign-in and sign-out of each student and departure of students. 
•  Maintain required data, records and forms and turn in to appropriate supervisor or agencies (daily attendance logs, accident and incident reports, time sheets, surveys). 
•  Provide information or assistance to the ASES evaluation team as requested. 
•  Substitute for a program leader in the event that no substitute is available. 
•  Assure that program leaders and substitutes document work hours daily on the payroll sheet, verify accuracy of monthly total and submit on time to ASES program supervisor.

Tutoring 

•  Tutoring students in 1-on-1 and/or small groups. 
•  Prepare lesson plans to focus on specific academic areas designated by Classroom Teacher, School Director, and Instructional Resource Teacher 
•  Assist with integrating core-curriculum concepts into tutoring component Manage groups of students to make efficient use of time 
•  Consult with Site Director on academic assistance strategies 
•  Communicate regularly with school-day teachers and ASES program staff Ensure student safety and school accountability 
•  Keep accurate records and collect data on students according to grant requirements Attend trainings on core-curriculum concepts and math/reading interventions Attend staff meetings 

Attend in-service trainings as well as other appropriate trainings according to Professional Development

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required knowledge and skills 

•  Work experience in a school setting with students 
•  Must possess organization, communication and problem solving skills. 
•  Must pass a DOJ background check. 
•  Must be willing to create and follow through with individualized professional development plan. Ability to demonstrate skills in development of academic activities. 
•  Strong administrative and organizational skills. 
•  High level of communication skills, both written and oral. 
•  Strong initiative and ability to solve problems. 

Education Requirements 

•  Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University 
•  Experience working and challenging students academically

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.

This is a part time position