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Learning Leader

Part time$21 – $26/hrOnsite · Montclair, CA, USA

City of Montclair

Learning Leader

SALARY

$21.41 - $26.01 Hourly

LOCATION

5111 Benito Street, Montclair, CA

JOB TYPE

Part-Time

JOB NUMBER

20220922

DEPARTMENT

Human Services

OPENING DATE

09/26/2022

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

BARGAINING UNIT

N/A

SALARY

$21.41 - $26.01 Hourly

LOCATION

5111 Benito Street, Montclair, CA

JOB TYPE

Part-Time

JOB NUMBER

20220922

DEPARTMENT

Human Services

OPENING DATE

09/26/2022

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

BARGAINING UNIT

N/A

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

This part-time Learning Leader position works within the Montclair After-School Program at a designated site up to an average of 29 hours per week as needed, while overseeing a group of students in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. This position is responsible for creating a positive supportive environment utilizing positive behavior, intervention and support practices and strategies while providing homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity. This position may work Monday through Friday between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., 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 Learning Leader directly leads a group of transitional kindergarten through eighth grade students, at an assigned MAP site, or other designated location. This position leads students, at a student to staff ratio determined by the California Department of Education, in an engaging environment. This position is responsible for creating a positive supportive environment utilizing positive behavior, intervention and support practices and strategies; provides homework assistance, leads academic enrichment and physical activity using assigned materials and equipment; may lead activities such as sports, visual and performing arts, cooking, computers (where available), dance, drama, character development, etc; maintains a safe, clean, and orderly environment; maintains student safety at all times; communicates effectively orally and in writing with MAP team and Senior Learning Leader; maintains accurate records in an efficient manner including student attendance and progress; attends in-service training during non-program times; and provides a supportive and positive learning environment.

California Common Core standards based learning activities in reading, math, social studies, and science, that are age appropriate and engaging for students;

The 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 part-time grant funded position and reports to the Senior Learning Leader or the Montclair Afterschool Program full-time staff member.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The position requires one of the following:

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent and an Instructional Aide Certificate
    • The candidate must successfully obtain an Instructional Aide Certificate within the first 60 days of employment.
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 48 college units or an Associate's degree

Requires the desire to work effectively and properly with children using positive behavioral intervention and support concepts. At least two years of experience working in an educational environment with children grades TK-8 is preferred.  A TB clearance certificate and First Aid and CPR certificate, must be completed within the first 60 days of employment and must be valid throughout the course 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 TK- 8; general understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports concepts; California Common Core standards based learning activities in reading, math, social studies, and science, that are age appropriate and engaging for students; 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.

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 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.

HOURS

Requires availability five days a week, Monday through Friday from approximately 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and during the Summer program between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., with some occasional morning, evening and weekend assignments. Start time, minimum school days and early dismissal days vary by school site. This position may work up to an average of 29 hours per week as needed.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.

The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EmployerCity of Montclair

Address

5111 Benito Street

Montclair, California, 91763

Websitehttps://www.cityofmontclair.org/

EmployerCity of MontclairWebsitehttps://www.cityofmontclair.org/Address

5111 Benito Street

Montclair, California, 91763

Learning Leader Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Yes

No

  • QUESTION 2 Have you ever been convicted of a crime - including a plea of guilty or no contest - which resulted in a criminal conviction, and has not been judicially ordered sealed or expunged? You may exclude minor traffic violations or possession of marijuana convictions which precede the date of your application and signature by two years.

Yes

No

  • QUESTION 3 If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please briefly explain below the nature of the crimes(s), the date, and the place of the conviction(s). (Convictions are evaluated for each position and are not necessarily disqualifying; however, not truthfully identifying a conviction is grounds for disqualification.)

If you answered "no" to the previous question, please type "no convictions".

  • QUESTION 4 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Arts/Crafts.

  • QUESTION 5 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Coaching.

  • QUESTION 6 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Computers.

  • QUESTION 7 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Cooking.

  • QUESTION 8 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Event Planning.

  • QUESTION 9 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Games.

  • QUESTION 10 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Music.

  • QUESTION 11 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Sports.

  • QUESTION 12 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Theater/Drama.

  • QUESTION 13 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Other Languages.

  • QUESTION 14 Please explain any special skills, experience, interest, and/or certification in Other Specialty Area.

  • QUESTION 15 Please indicate days and hours you are available between Monday and Saturday.

  • QUESTION 16 If you became employed by Montclair After-School Program, what could you contribute to making the program educational and fun for the students?

  • QUESTION 17 Describe an experience that has made an impact on the way you work with others or with children. What happened and what did you learn that can be applied to this position?

  • Required Question

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