Afterschool/Summer Program Instructor (K-3rd grade)

Job Description:PAL After-school Program Instructor will provide academic/homework help, enrichment activities, computer lab and educational field trips also drive a van to pick up students for programs and take students home after programs. Afterschool Program Instructor will be assigned to a specific group of students grouped by grade level (1-15 kids) per hourly lesson. Afterschool Program Instructor will create and implement lesson plans on a weekly basis. Afterschool Program Instructor will work directly under the After-school/Summer Program Coordinator.

Program Goals:The program goals are to provide academic assistance, enrichment activities, recreation and art programs for students. Students are to be engaged in their learning and must be given the opportunity to participate in exciting hands-on projects.

Qualifications:

• Clear oral communication skills

• Must be a team player with youth, staff, volunteers and parents

• Must be enthusiastic about children and education.

• Proven ability to assist children in an academic environment with math, reading and writing, SAT/ACT and FASFA knowledge and assist students with applying.

• Assist in any of the following: art, dance, computer, field trip programming, Choir, Band etc.

• Knowledge of computers and software applications.

• Self-motivated. Ability to work independently and with a team, under deadlines.

• Ability to work with varied populations, such as teachers, parents and students

• Reliable transportation or transportation plan.

• Prior paid or volunteer experience in a Tutor/Instructor/mentoring environment.

• Ability to plan, design and implement lesson plans on a weekly basis.

• Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)

• Previous experience in after-school programs is preferred.
• Must be able to competently complete all required paperwork.
• Must be able to competently assist with all course subjects under the NC Standard Course of Study with Department of Public Instruction.

Duties:

• Facilitate activities with groups of ten-fifteen students at any given time
• Assist students with homework, academic enrichment, recreation and the arts
• Represent the mission of the Dunn PAL at every Tutor/Instructor session
• Supervise all youth participants to ensure a safe and organized program
• Keep daily attendance records / Gather participant information / Complete Staff Monthly Attendance Forms / Daily Lesson Plan Forms
• Work with teachers as duties are assigned
• Attend weekly or bi-weekly staff meetings/training.
• Assist with the planning of community events
• Perform Other duties as assigned by PAL Director and After-school Coordinator
• Create own educational, engaging and hands on lesson plans
• Develop and implement enrichment clubs
• Assist with the Youth Leadership Council Program

PAL Afterschool Program Instructor

Enrichment: This type of program provides youth assistance with understanding and completing schoolwork and/or classes, educational trips designed to be an enrichment of or supplemental experience beyond the basic education curriculum.

Frequency of students: Students must be scheduled for services at least three times weekly to include no less than Two (2) hours of direct services per week, which may include group activity sessions. There shall be contact with the youth’s primary custodian at least once every two (2) weeks while the youth is receiving services from the program.

Length of Stay of youth: PAL Afterschool Program Instructor enhancement programs, the minimum length of stay up to 36 weeks.

Target Population: Youth between the ages of 5 and 10 years old who are academically/socially challenged, engaging in delinquent or undisciplined behavior, Gangs or At-Risk of Gangs also a portion must be Title II youth as defined by the NC State Board of Education.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00pm-6:00pm

(MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO EXACT PROGRAM HOURS AND DAYS).

We will be closed most school holidays and follow the Harnett County School Schedule. Some Saturdays Events and/or Staff Training will be required; Some Traveling will be required for special events.

Part-time Hourly rate: up to $12.00/hour – 24-30 hours a week.

Start Date: ASAP

Apply through Indeed or in person at the Dunn PAL Office 1501 S. Clinton Ave. Dunn, NC 28334 -or- Mail in to Dunn PAL PO BOX 1238 Dunn, NC 28335. Questions call the Office number 910-892-1873.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Must be willing to drive a van to take youth home each day?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• NC Drivers License (25 years old or older not tickets) (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $10 - $12