TITLE:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE (SACC) STUDENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT
REPORTS TO:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย School Age Child Care Director
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Regular, part time
FLSA STATUS:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Non-exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Assist in providing before and/or after school child care at an assigned building.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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- Assist the Team Leader or Program Asst. to implement the daily lesson plans that reflect the philosophy of the program.
- Help the Team Leader or Program Asst. prepare and distribute breakfast and/or snacks; and assist students in those activities.
- Use positive behavior management strategies, including clear routines, breaks, assign tasks, state expected behavior, tangible reinforcers.
- Assist children in making good choices; if discipline is needed, refer to the Program Asst. or Team Leader.ย
- Provide information so Team Lead/Asst. can complete accident reports according to written directions.
- Read and initial the staff book daily.
- Help maintain an inventory of supplies and materials; record needs on the central shopping list.
- Work cooperatively with parents and the school staff.
- Complete training programs as assigned by the SACC Director; for example, first aid and child abuse.
- Observe all safety, health and confidentiality regulations of the licensing agency and the school district.
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OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.
- Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the School Age Child Care Director.
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QUALIFICATIONS: - Min. 14 years of age required.
- Current high school student
- Previous experience in a child care setting is preferred.
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Skill in implementing recreational activities and in problem solving.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to interact effectively with both children and adults.
- Ability to meet the time requirements of the School Age Child Care program, and willingness to work at any of the Marysville Schools.
- Willingness to participate in any recommended training program.
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EQUIPMENT OPERATED: - Computer/Printer.
- Educational/recreational equipment
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- Playground and sports equipment.
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WORKING CONDITIONS: - Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
- Occasional exposure to unruly children.
- Frequent exposure to children running and using sports equipment.
- Potential exposure to angry and distraught adults.
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, and kneel.
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, toys and athletic equipment, up to 25 lbs.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract
- Salary:ย Flat Hourly Rate of $11.00 per hour
- Fringe Benefits:ย Not applicable