JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the UA House Director, the Enrichment Educator will plan and execute project-based learning with 1st through 8th grade students. Projects must culminate in a final product to be shared at quarterly showcases. Direct service may include but is not limited to homework assistance as well as facilitating nutrition, technology, art or sports coaching. We are seeking experienced, caring and reliable educators to join our team of dynamic out-of-school professionals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare and develop age, and skill appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities and special projects that fuse the arts or technology to academic competencies
Plan and facilitate project-based units (4) throughout the course of the afterschool program
Engage youth in the following areas through project-based learning:
Respect (of oneself and others)
Healthy habits and choices
Decision-making skills
Hands on, project-based learning
Community-building
Service learning
Produce student presentations (4) for quarterly showcases
Research and uplift subject-related field trips, guest speakers, special events, student exhibitions and college trips
Provide a high-quality learning environment for young people
Foster an environment of cooperation and respect for 15 – 20 school-aged children at a time
Closely always supervise children through routine head counts, attendance logs etc.
Support student pick-up from partner schools when needed
Ensure accurate and orderly transition and dismissal of students
Follow designated schedule and establish solid classroom routines for students
Establish system for positive reinforcement, classroom management and follow program-wide student discipline protocols
Always maintain a neat and organized learning space
Keep an inventory of all classroom materials
Maintain a professional, pleasant and welcoming attitude with all students, families and staff
Work to meet program goals and objectives
Participate in staff meetings, brainstorms and on-going training opportunities
Contribute to program-wide special events such as quarterly showcases and holiday activities
Comply with all LCF policies and procedures
Perform related tasks as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Must be punctual and reliable
School Year Hours, Monday through Friday, 2pm to 6pm
Summer Hours, Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm (hours may vary based on site)
Bachelor's Degree preferred
1 year of experience working with school-aged children in an educational environment
Ability to be on feet for extended periods of time (3 hours)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The UA House is a state-of-the-art youth and community development facility comprised of one multi-purpose space, kitchenette, and regulation-sized turf field in the UA House.
5 Promises
Integrity
Commitment to Quality
Perseverance
Contribution
No Excuses