We are looking for individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on our local school community.
At each of the 7 elementary school sites (Bellevue District and Wright District), the COOL School program is operating on campus daily.
Essential Classroom Leader Duties
- Prepares and implements creative, hands on, interactive, and engaging lesson plans with short and long range curriculum goals and objectives that meet the needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
- Facilitates a successful homework hour for students daily.
- Uses a variety of approved instructional materials, resources, and experiences to enrich student learning, with an emphasis on incorporating youth choice and interests.
- Prepares students for performances or presentations as appropriate.
- Maintains accurate attendance and sign in information for youth participants.
- Supports the site’s overall process of data collection and distribution.
- Attends and participates in weekly staff meetings. Behavior Management
- Ability to manage a classroom effectively with 20 students.
- Monitors student progress and needs as appropriate, including active student participation.
- Deliver Second Step/Sanford Harmony curriculum lessons focusing on skills for social and emotional success.
Interpersonal Skills
- Uses effective positive interpersonal communication skills.
- Builds relationships and liaises with other teachers, aides, administrators, parents, and program staff to drive collaboration and program success.
- Ability to receive instructive criticism and coaching Professionalism
- Adhere to NCOE COOL School professional conduct policies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- At least two (2) years of experience in youth programming (may be substituted for 1 year AmeriCorps term)
- Encourages youth voice in the development of program activities, with emphasis on inclusion and academic achievement for a multicultural and diverse population.
- Classroom and behavior management skills; group facilitation.
- Knowledge of parent/student needs and issues.
- Commitment to professional growth and eagerness to learn.
Requirements
- Obtain Fingerprint and TB Clearance
- Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
- Be able to work well and collaboratively with a diverse community
- Be able to work well as a member of a team
- Be dependable and responsible
- Be able to determine and maintain confidential information
- Be able to maintain a harmonious working relationship with parents, students, school staff, volunteers and community members/organizations.
- Be a self-starter and be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Be able to plan and organize multiple project tasks
- Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
- Must complete NCOE’s Instructional Aide Exam (CASAS) Requirements Prior to the Start of Employment
- Criminal fingerprinting background checks through the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
- National Sex Offender Registry check
- TB Test with Negative results within the 60 days prior to your start date or within the last 4 years if transferred from a school district.
Comments and Other Information
Health: After receiving a conditional job offer, successful applicants must provide proof of Full COVID vaccination and before reporting for onboarding. During the post-conditional offer process, any applicant who seeks a medical or religious exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccination may contact the Human Resources Department.
Hours and Rate of Pay
- Hourly rate: $19-$20 an hour depending on experience.
- Generally: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 1:30PM–6:15PM; Wednesday 12:15 PM – 6:10 PM
- Modified hours for training and other meetings when necessary
- Three (3) personal and five (5) sick days per year, which are unpaid days off
- All school holidays are unpaid days off Terms of Employment
- This is an hourly, temporary, part-time position dependent upon Grant funding.
- This position has a 180 day per school year limit. Medical benefits are not provided with this position.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person