Julius Marks Elementary School After School Program Assistant

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, Kentucky
3 weeks ago

Fayette County Public Schools, KY
JOB DESCRIPTION After School Program Assistant

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.


After School Program Assistant


Job Class Code:
8305

Position Type:
Hourly

Job Type:
Temporary

Pay Rate
*: $15

Reports To:
Principal or designee

Supervises:
N/A


JOB SUMMARY

Assist in providing supervision to individual or groups of students enrolled in the Creative Activities Program (After School Program); monitor and report student progress.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Conducts a progressive, challenging program for youth.
  • Works productively and consistently with After School Program Supervisor, Head After School Program Teacher, parent, youth, and community.
  • Assists in the coordination and the distribution of afternoon snacks.
  • Maintains bulletin boards.
  • Assists in registration, preparation of calendar, attendance and student information records and evaluations.
  • Maintains order and procedures during all activities; e.g. classroom, gym, playground, etc.
  • Assists in ordering supplies and maintaining facility and equipment.
  • Attends designated orientations and in-services.
  • Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation as required.
  • Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with homework as necessary.
  • Assist in overseeing students while involved in activities.
  • Provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
  • Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
  • Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
  • Provide support to the lead teacher by setting up activities, work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
  • Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
  • Confer, as needed, with lead teacher concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
  • Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
  • Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
  • Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
  • Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Basic record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
  • Learn child guidance principles and practices.
  • Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities.
  • Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
  • Print and write legibly.
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
  • Work cooperatively with others.
  • Monitor, observe and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
  • Operate instructional and office equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
  • One year experience in working with children in an organized setting..

Licenses or Certifications:
  • N/A

Special Requirements:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
  • Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
  • Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
  • Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights


Job Description Creation Date:

1/1999

Revision Dates:

7/2011
5/2023
10/2024


The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.


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