Program Aide - ASES (29103)

Salary : $16.96 - $21.69 Hourly

Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA

Job Type : Part Time

Job Number : 24-0002

Site / Dept : Extended Student Services

Opening Date : 07 / 01 / 2024

Number of Working Months : 9.5

Description

• Positions at the following sites work 9.5 months out of the year (summers off), 2-3 hours per day :

Bernardo Heights Middle School, Black Mountain Middle School, Design 39, Meadowbrook Middle School, Mesa Verde Middle School, Twin Peaks Middle School

BASIC FUNCTION :

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in the overall activities of middle school-aged students in an After School Education & Safety (ASES) program; assist in planning, designing, and leading activities; supervise students in classroom, gym and outdoor activities.

Examples of Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

Assist in the preparation of daily program activities including materials and supplies; lead activities with a group of students; provide a safe, caring, positive and interesting learning environment that supports a high level of student engagement; take attendance and monitor students' whereabouts. E

Prepare motivating activities focused on building self-confidence, positive social interactions, and team building. E

Serve as a role model and foster positive social-emotional growth of students; follow school rules, follow established procedures for behavior management using a continuum of intervention strategies; reinforce positive behaviors as appropriate. E

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment. E

Actively supervise students during academic hour and enrichment activities; encourage students to use active study strategies such as Cornell Notes, flashcards, and graphic organizers; support students in competing homework; use Compass Learning, reference Learning Point, and use resources such as peer tutors. E

Assist students with homework completion; explain questions and provide better understanding of homework as needed. E

Foster the alignment of ASES with the school day and positively communicate with school staff. . E

Communicate concerns of student behaviors with supervisor and follow through with interventions. E

Be familiar with ASES attendance procedures, PUSD ASES program plan, and ASES grant guidelines. E

Administer first aid and follow necessary safety and emergency procedures; identify and report safety hazards on site or suspected child abuse to appropriate personnel as assigned. E

Escort or communicate via radio students moving to and from classrooms, as assigned. E

Maintain a clean, orderly environment, leaving the area in equal or better condition than before being used. E

Assist in the preparation and serving of snacks for students. E

Attend staff meetings and trainings to facilitate professional development.

Perform related duties as assigned.

NOTE : At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

One year experience working with students in a school setting or recent volunteer experience in a similar program.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

KNOWLEDGE OF :

Child and adolescent development principles and practices.

Safe practices in academic hour and outdoor activities.

Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

Behavior management and interventions to redirect behavior.

Activities including sports, recreational games, crafts, cooking, geography joust and other academic projects.

Basic record-keeping techniques.

Effective oral and written communication skills with correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Oral and written communication skills.

Policies and procedures of ASES Program and activities.

Positive interpersonal skills that model patience, courtesy and tact..

Health and safety regulations.

Drug, alcohol, and violence prevention

ABILITY TO :

Assist in the overall activities of the ASES program.

Plan and design activities, including a 4-lesson sequence that builds student skills to mastery

Actively supervise students during program time, including academics, activities, snack, and transition time.

Support students with homework completion and direct them to appropriate resources.

Reinforce positive behaviors and address inappropriate behaviors

Maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to students, staff, and parents.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Apply behavior management techniques when working with students individually and in groups.

Operate assigned equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS : ENVIRONMENT :

Classroom, athletic fields, open campus areas, lunch areas

Frequent interruptions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to assist students.

Seeing to observe students.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment.

Lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.

In accordance with Personnel Commission Rules and Regulations of Classified Service # 70.200.1, new employees to Poway Unified School District will be placed at Step 1 of the official salary range designated for the position. Any variances in initial placement are addressed in, and shall be carried out in agreement with, this rule.

The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer / program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.

For more information, please contact the Title IX / Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406

Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible contract employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.

The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and / or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note : (

This position requires one (1) year experience working in a pre-school or K-8 child care program or recent volunteer experience in a similar program. Please describe your experience as it meets this requirement.

Choose the answer that best represents the main duties of a ASES Program Aide.

Which of the following options defines good teamwork in a work environment?

Imagine you are working with a coworker who does not want to assist you in a group activity for the students. Which of the following options would be the best way to address this situation?

Which option is more important to ensuring a child's success in an afterschool program?

Which of the following options are the most effective when working with students with special needs?

A child who is usually well behaved becomes angry and defiant while on the playground and runs off. What is the best response to this situation?

During homework time, you have a group of students who are having difficulty staying focused and on task. Which of the following options would be best to get the student focused again?

You are supervising children on the playground. A student accidentally walks out in front of some students swinging on the swings, and the student is knocked down. What is the best first step in this situation?

One of the roles of an ASES Program Aide is to maintain control over large groups of children. How would you get the attention of a large group of children?

Required Question

Salary : $17 - $22