COZ Afterschool Program Assistant

Pawtucket School Department Pawtucket COZ Afterschool Program Assistant Part Time The Pawtucket COZ is looking for someone to work with elementary students in an afterschool setting as part of the Pawtucket COZ 21 st CCLC afterschool and summer programs. This individual will be responsible to provide all round program help as part of the 21 st  Century Community Learning Center (21 CCLC) programs. This person will help with snacks and homework, are available to assist the individual club leaders, helps with dismissal and clean-up. Duties may include: checking in/dismissing students; homework help; one-on-one help with any child requiring assistance; assistance with enrichment clubs, ie. helping with scissors with younger children, gathering materials outside the classroom, participating in sports; monitoring small groups of children on field trips, and any other activity deemed appropriate by the site coordinator or club leader. This position welcomes paraprofessionals, and/or community members with experience working with children and youth. The successful candidate will help generate a safe and emotionally environment and will be trained on emergency safety issues. The afterschool programs run at the elementary schools in 3 nine week “sessions” Monday through Thursday. The hours range from 2.5 to 3 hours per day beginning at directly after school until 5:00/5:30 PM (dependent on school dismissal times which vary). There is a 20 hour paid professional development requirement to be met throughout the school year; COZ hosts several training sessions that the successful candidate(s) may be required to attend. Essential Functions: ● Prepare cafeteria to receive students at the end of the school day with tables, snacks and attendance list ready ● Supervise room and keep it clean as children eat their snacks and decompress. ● Clear cafeteria and move tables as needed ● Maintain contact with site coordinator to discuss duties as assigned  ● Assist Club Leaders in clubs helping to demonstrate a high level of student engagement in learning new skills while visibly showing that they are enjoying the activity. ● Attend an orientation before program begins. ● Handle emergencies should they occur ● Performs other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator, Program Manager, or COZ Director   Required Background: ● High school diploma or equivalent with some college preferred ● At least two (2) years’ experience working with children and families in a multi-cultural setting ● Detail oriented ● Understanding of school culture ● Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written ● Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner ● Must be confidential with respect to information about staff, students, and families ● The ideal candidate must have a desire to work with elementary age children. ● Experience and training in youth development preferred ● Bi-Lingual is a plus Physical Environment/Working conditions/Physical Demands: ● The work environment is typically within a school setting ● The working conditions (light, noise level, temperature, etc, are typical of (primarily) a school setting. ● The employee must be able to set up/take down cafeteria tables and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to twenty-five (40) pounds. About the organization: The Pawtucket School Department’s Child Opportunity Zone (COZ) is a full- service community school initiative designed to support children and their families. Major programs include after school, summer and family engagement activities for elementary aged students and adult education English, GED and job training classes for adults. Outreach, case management and addressing basic needs are an integral part of all programs. Hourly Rate: $15/per hour Hiring Manager: Mary Parella, COZ Director

Salary : $15