Purpose and Scope:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements.
Essential Job Functions:
Works under the direct supervision of the ELP Site Supervisor according to set procedures. Assists in providing age-appropriate instruction and recreational activities for students in the Extended Learning Program (ELP) after-school program for students in PreK –12 at assigned school site.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements.
- Guides a developmentally appropriate program of activities for school-age children in PreK – 12 grades in accordance with the Tennessee State Department of Education standards of School-Administered Child Care (Chapter 0520-12-01) and the public extended day outline.
- Follows all applicable District policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Explains policies, procedures, laws and regulations to staff and parents when necessary.
- Models behaviors that reflect knowledge and understanding of special needs, growth and development patterns of children in PreK - 12 grades and appropriate activities for that age group.
- Guides assigned groups of children in activities which may include literacy enrichment, instructional interventions, homework assistance, mealtime, recreational and structured play and special events.
- Observes student behavior and provides appropriate redirection for their safety and well-being.
- Assists in implementing behavioral objectives. Models appropriate social and play skills. May work with individual students to help them adjust behaviorally in social situations.
- Provides instructional support and homework assistance as needed.
- Assists in cleaning and storing of materials after completion of activities.
- Assists students with special needs and/or in need of special attention.
- Provides assistance with daily living routines, skills and concepts including personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, self-feeding. May assist with physical health needs and adjusting special/adaptive equipment for student use. Lifts or assists students in and out of special needs equipment as necessary.
- Performs routine clerical tasks as required.
- Organizes and/or participates in special programs or projects as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.
A program Site Worker shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and shall meet the minimum qualifications listed below:
Education level
Minimum experience required
High school diploma
Childcare experience preferred
Shall Complete at least thirty (30) hours of professional development each school year.
(PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)
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