Afterschool Activity Specialist

Job Summary: 

The Afterschool Activity Specialist works in a before/afterschool/summer child care program.  The Afterschool Activity Specialist will be responsible in supervision and instruction of children (kindergarten-grade 12) in various enrichment and academic activities.  The Afterschool Activity Specialist will also be responsible for supervising any Afterschool Program Staff, Aides and Volunteers that are working or volunteering in their classroom.

Essential Functions:  

• Perform routine functions to support daily operations including, daily attendance, instructional support, copying of materials for clubs or groups, greeting families and children daily, engaging in daily activities and supporting student needs
• Curriculum planning connected to state and common core standards and completing the Before, During, After Chart (KWL Know Want Learn Chart)
• Supervise Afterschool Staff/Aides/Volunteers in the classroom
• Provide safe, caring, engaged environment and be able to remain in close proximity to students at all times.
• Provide daily assistance on various field trips; walking or bus. MUST be able to walk daily 2 miles during program hours
• Follow local policy and procedures in the area of educational requirements and building level operations
• Participate in required in-service training programs and complete professional pre hours for DCC and STARS regulations
• Foster healthy relationships among children
• Provide positive role modeling experiences
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information to parent, teachers, and other on a “need to know” basis only.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Be eighteen years of age
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent and within one year of employment complete ONE of the following requirements:
  • Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate OR
  • Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate OR
  • Vermont On the Job Training Certificate OR
  • Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential OR
  • Vermont Program Director Credential OR
  • Vermont Teacher License OR
  • BA/BA or Associates degree
• CPR-First Aid Certified or have 3 months to complete
• Enthusiasm, responsibility and willingness to learn

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Time management, organizational, prioritization, and problem-recognition skills.
• Strong success working with youth of all ages.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to understand both written and oral instructions
• Ability to make independent judgments
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job in accordance with federal, state, and Springfield School District requirements.
• Knowledge of CDD Regulations and STARS regulatory review process and requirements.

Tools/Technology Requirements: 

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, scanner, printer, fax machine.
• Knowledgeable of state and common core thinking standards
• Knowledgeable of Before, During, After Chart (KWL)

Physical and Mental Demands: 

• Requires frequent moving of equipment, materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequent and prolonged engagement with youth, highly active and involved outside duties for am/pm coverage, climbing stairs, active play in gym
• Some bending and twisting to access file cabinets, office machinery and supplies
• Perform physical requirements with a moderate degree of physical and emotional stamina
• Provide daily assistance on various field trips; walking or bus. MUST be able to walk daily 2 miles during program hours

Work Environment:  Work is normally performed in climate controlled classroom environment, with very limited exposure to extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes, and gases. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of youth active and involved in daily before, afterschool and summer activities.  Often times highly active and VERY engaged atmosphere.

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.