JOB DEFINITION
Hollister School District is implementing an Extensions program for our students. Our goal is to provide an extended learning opportunity for students and a safe environment for students to build deeper, meaningful relationships with their peers, and the community. The program will provide academic, physical, and/or enriching social-emotional opportunities, where staff will get the benefit of flexible instruction options. Classified Site Lead- Extensions Para Educator is an important position. The Lead - Extensions Para Educator will help each site operate a safe and enriching Extensions program. The Lead - Extensions Para Educator is responsible for leading and supporting staff, maintaining program standards, communicating with regular program staff, parents, and others regarding the operation of the Extensions program.
QUALIFICATIONS
-Completion of the 12th grade or the equivalent of a high school education
-12 or more units of Education coursework or ECE units preferred
-3-5 years’ experience working with groups of students; a year of college with course work in Psychology, Child Growth and Development, or Education may be substituted for the one year of experience working with children.
-2 or more years of management or equivalent work experience
-Knowledge of elementary education concepts, child growth and development and child behavior characteristics, instructional materials used at specific grade levels; curriculum content and objectives; application of curriculum and instructional objectives for children; positive student behavior management techniques and strategies; English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar, basic arithmetic concepts, simple record keeping, record management and computer usage
-Ability to instruct and plan learning activities under the guidance of the Lead Teacher or Certificated Staff; perform simple clerical tasks and operate standard office machines, communicate, understand and carry out oral and written directions
-Ability to create, maintain and foster positive relationships with children and staff
-Ability to demonstrate a receptive attitude towards children and staff
-Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
-Assist in building excitement for the program.
-Assist in recruiting and scheduling staff and students for the program.
-Support staff in planning and preparing engaging program activities.
-Determine site schedules for the program at your site.
-Determine the central location (Multi-Purpose Room, lunch tables, etc.) where all students will gather prior to dividing them into groups for instruction. Communicate this location to staff and students PRIOR to the first session.
-Coordinate with the school principal to ensure access to school, classrooms, and restrooms for the program. Communicate with the site principal about the program as needed, including problem-solving around any issues encountered.
-Upon your arrival for the program, ensure classrooms and restrooms are unlocked. Custodians will also provide support as needed.
-Establish a system for staff to communicate with you (office phone, cell, radio, etc.)
-Meet and greet parents as students enter, be available for questions, help, and support. Follow sign-in procedures as indicated by site and district staff.
-Plan and prepare activities which relate to and/or extend curriculum activities that occur during the regular school day, including literacy, math, science, social studies, physical education, and enrichment
-Ensure attendance logs are complete, signed, and turned in immediately following each session.? Get trash cans ready for snack distribution and put them away as indicated by the site custodian.
-Assist in meal/snack distribution & document food given to students as needed.
-Provide support to the staff; breaks when necessary.
-Communicate positively with parents that may show up during the session.
-Monitor school safety during program hours.
-Communicate about and supervise students during dismissal. Follow sign-out procedures as indicated by site and district staff. The Lead Para Educator must supervise and stay with students until all have departed safely.
-Before leaving ensure all facilities are in order, all doors are locked and the alarm is set.
-Have all pages of the attendance log up to date immediately following the program each day.
-Communicate with site and district personnel and others regarding the program
-Other duties as assigned
Physical Effort/Work Environment:
- Moderate physical effort which may include frequent standing, walking, lifting, and occasional climbing or stooping; use of medium-weight tools and materials; indoor/outdoor work environment. A pre-placement physical examination may be required.
Licenses and Certificates:
-A valid First Aid and CPR certification may be required.