Project FOCUS Substitute Program Assistant

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TrueNorth is an independent, nonprofit human service organization that strengthens rural and urban communities and empowers individuals by meeting them where their needs are. Our programs help inspire future leaders, encourage self-sufficiency, and create new opportunities. We not only help pull communities together, we help them push confidently forward. We are looking for influencers, innovators, and change-makers to join our team. If you are truly interested in working for a non-profit that creates community change, TrueNorth has the job for you!

SUMMARY: The substitute position is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of Project FOCUS and Project FOCUS Rural Grit programming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, although other tasks and duties may be assigned:

• Travel to various sites to assist with programming as assigned.
• Assist with implementation of program goals and objectives as established in the grant.
• Assist Site Manager(s) with daily programming.
• Facilitate communication and establish relationships with students in the program.
• Assist in the management of recruitment and retention of students.
• Assist with planning and conducting parent and family service events.
• Assist with monitoring program materials, equipment, and purchases needed to implement Project FOCUS/Rural Grit.
• Collaborate with other Site Manager(s), Leaders and staff regarding programming and implementation.
• Work closely with Site Manager(s) to assess the program and staffing needs, including human resource issues.
• Assist in maintaining all staff and student attendance and reenrollment records and insure that all records are up to date in the determined evaluation data system.
• Be knowledgeable of security plans and active involvement in emergency procedures, crisis prevention plans, and student disciplinary policies.
• Utilize appropriate technology including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Publisher, etc.
• Attend all mandatory meetings, conferences and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

SUPERVISORY REPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

SCHEDULE: This position is up to 20 hours per week, as needed and determined by Youth Programs Director, 32 weeks during the school year.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma, experience in child development, education or teaching
• Associates Degree preferred
• Good organizational skills and initiative
• Experience working with children and/or after-school programs
• Ability to implement quality, age appropriate programs
• Must meet minimum requirements for licensing as defined in the Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers, December 2014.

WORK ENVIORNMENT: On site, as needed, at various Out-of-School Time locations such as Baldwin, Hart, Hesperia, Holton, Muskegon Heights, Walkerville, and White Cloud Public Schools.

EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20