After School Program Site Director

Full time 6 hours position, paid holidays, sick time and benefits available.

Schedule: 12pm-6pm M-F (Not Flexible)

Who We Are

STAR Education is a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been selected as the leader in innovative educational programming and community-based cultural enrichment projects for over 25 years. STAR services more than 500 schools in over 60 school districts, reaching over a million students and their families every year. STAR works with students, families, schools, and communities to provide exceptional educational and cultural enrichment opportunities. More information can be found at www.starinc.org!

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Star Education Mission

STAR Education's mission is to offer extended educational, recreational, and enrichment programs to students; support and enhance school curriculum; improve student achievement; and expand the cultural base of young people through innovative, quality programs offered by highly qualified instructors.*

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POSITION DETAILS

Please read this carefully before you decide to apply.

Looking for a candidate with a strong background superving enrichment programs during the 2024-2025 school year. Be a part of an exciting, enrichment program nurturing TK-8th graders in advancing their abilities and providing them with a one-of-a-kind experience you can't get anywhere else. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, working in STAR’s program setting is a great place to start.

Hours: Full-time 30 hours a week

Experience:

• Four years of experience if you do not have a degree: Experience can be classroom teaching or teacher assisting experience in elementary or middle school education;  paid or volunteer work experience in physical education or recreation programs;  college work-study or internship in recreation or youth development;  or paid or volunteer work experience in school guidance or other counseling programs.
• Two years experience if you have an AA in child development
• One year experience with a bachelor's degree ( preferably in Child Development, Early Childhood Development, Psychology, Sociology, or Art ) 1-year experience = 3 hours per day for 100 days

General Requirments:

• Experience working with TK-8th grade students
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be punctual, reliable, enthusiastic, responsible, resourceful and flexible
• Dedicated to children with diverse backgrounds and academic levels
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to the 2024-2025 school year (intersessions not guaranteed)

Knowledge of:

• Basic child development principles and practice
• Safe practice in the classroom and outdoor activities
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct
• Basic record-keeping skills
• Correct English usage, grammar spelling punctuation, and vocabulary
• Oral and written communication skills
• Policies and procedures of assigned programs and activities
• Operation of a computer and assigned software
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Health and safety regulation

Essential Duties:

• Must be a team leader and team player
• Have great communication skills
• Meet with parents, teachers, school administration, students, and staff
• Interact and build positive relationships with students and staff members
• Supervise all activities that occur during after-program
• Supervise staff members on STAR INC policies
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to educating and empowering youth
• Have extensive knowledge of age-appropriate classroom and behavior management skills
• Assist with daily attendance
• Any other administrative functions that arise
• Fill in for teachers who call out
• Signing out and bringing supplies to teachers
• Pick up supplies from teachers
• Look over lesson plans
• Light housekeep
• Organize supplies
• Discuss plans with teachers including making suggestions
• Serve as a role model and develop positive social behavior of children, reinforce positive behavior as appropriate
• Operate various office, and audio-visual equipment as assigned, operate a computer to update student information as assigned, answer telephone calls, and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel
• Ensure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures, preparing incident reports as required, assisting in maintaining a clean and orderly environment
• Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing duplicating, recording attendance, and maintaining assigned records
• Be responsible for helping manage a program with 60-100 students
• Complete all tasks related to managing a staff team, such as auditing timesheets, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing performance issues
• Market and recruit to drive student participation in the program
• Manage email account, and cellphone for after-school program site

Physical Demands:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students
• Ability to see to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Environment:

• Office
• Classroom
• Outdoor
• Contast interruptions

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Other Requirements:

• Must clear a background check and TB to be eligible for employment
• Must be able to walk, run, and jump as we are working with children
• Must complete required Department of Social Services online paid training within 90 days of being hired

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter letting us know about your experience in your topic and your teaching experience. A phone interview may be required before we consider an interview in person and applicants should be prepared to demonstrate teaching ability. A background check and TB test are required for employment. Teachers must have reliable transportation and be comfortable with and responsible for transporting materials to schools. Paid training and materials provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have after school program experience?
• Do you have experience supervising adults?
• How many years do you have working with children in K-5th grade?
• Do you have reliable transportation (your own vehicle) to get to work in Newbury Park/Thousand Oaks/ Westlake area?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21