SMES 21st Century Instructional Monitor (After School Program)

South Marshall Elementary School

Schedule: MondayThursday approximately 3:155:15 PM
Program Dates: August 24 through May
Position Type: Part-Time

SharpeElementary School is seeking a dependable positive and student-centered Instructional Monitor to support our 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) after-school program.

The Instructional Monitor works directly with students during the after-school program helping provide a safe structured engaging and supportive environment. This position may assist students with homework and academic activities supervise enrichment and recreation activities help with snacks and transitions and support the overall daily operation of the program.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children brings a positive attitude each afternoon and understands that relationships consistency and high expectations all play an important role in helping students is a great part-time opportunity for a college student parent retiree or community member who wants to earn additional income while making a difference for students.

The Instructional Monitor will:

• Supervise and actively engage with students throughout the after-school program.
• Assist individual students and small groups with homework reading math and other academic activities.
• Support instructional and enrichment activities planned by teachers program staff community partners or the 21st CCLC coordinator.
• Lead or assist with recreational enrichment STEM arts games and other student activities as assigned.
• Help maintain a structured environment with clear expectations while building positive relationships with students.
• Reinforceschool expectations of being Ready Responsible and Respectful.
• Encourage students to participate persevere make good choices and take pride in their work.
• Supervise students during snacks transitions recreation dismissal and other program activities.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior using positive calm and consistent strategies.
• Assist with student attendance materials supplies setup cleanup and other basic program needs.
• Follow all school district 21st CCLC safety confidentiality and student supervision procedures.
• Communicate concerns regarding student behavior safety attendance or academic needs to the program coordinator or appropriate school staff.
• Work cooperatively with teachers instructional staff the program coordinator families and community partners.
• Maintain professional and appropriate interactions with students at all times.
• Perform other program-related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate should be able to:

• Build positive and appropriate relationships with elementary-aged students.
• Work patiently and respectfully with students with a variety of academic behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• Maintain appropriate expectations while demonstrating compassion and understanding.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Take initiative when students or staff need assistance.
• Supervise students actively rather than simply observe activities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to student behavior or unexpected situations.
• Model professionalism kindness responsibility and respect.
• Support the mission expectations and positive culture ofthe school.

Above all we are looking for someone who is dependable caring energetic and good with kids.

You do not have to be a certified teacher to make an impact in this role. We want adults who will show up consistently get involved build relationships help students learn and make our after-school program a place students look forward to attending.

Our 21st Century program is an extension of the school day and an additional opportunity to help our students learn grow build relationships and experience success.

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist an on-site director classroom teacher or other responsible staff member in providing a safe and quality environment for students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Monitor students on a one-to-one basis in small groups or in large groups to ensure their safety; follow procedures to safeguard the health and safety of students.
• Assist the on-site director classroom teacher or other responsible staff members in planning various activities for the students.
• Assist with organizing materials for conducting special training activities.
• Promote positive parent and child interactions and activities.
• Participate in staff activities and in special training programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students parents and staff both orally and in writing.
• Print and write legibly.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn procedures functions and limitations of assigned duties.
• Monitor observe and report students behavior according to approval policies and procedures.
• Learn and apply safety procedures and regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and some experience working with children in an organized setting.