After School Program Team Member Job Description 2019-2020
West End School (WES) is a tuition-free, independent, PK-8 school with a mission to provide a safe, structured environment for boys in which academic rigor, character development, and responsible action establish the foundation for a purposeful life. Admission is open to boys who qualify for free or reduced-priced lunches and who are capable of attaining grade-level proficiency. West End School strives to address the issues boys in our community face by creating for its students a loving environment of high expectations and personal responsibility. Through the School's rigorous academic and personal standards, we inspire our students to attain the highest possible level of scholarship, character, and intellectual growth.
We are recruiting a talented, compassionate individual to be a part of our After School Program (ASP) Team.
Overview of the Program
The After School Program at WES is intended as extra support to our working families and our students. The After School Program’s goal is to provide a variety of activities—after the formal school day—ranging from elective clubs (e.g. orchestra, drama, arts and culture, book club, etc.) and academic skill building to project-oriented, play-based learning that reinforces valuable skills for student success in the classroom and daily life. We also provide a space for students to work on and receive help with homework as well as tutoring.
A West End School ASP Team Member is responsible for facilitating a positive, fun and engaging environment with a focus on safety and responsibility. WES ASP Team Members will work in coordination with the Team Leader, the ASP Coordinator and Classroom Teachers to support our students’ academic goals and character development.
After School Program Team Member Job Description:
The responsibilities for the After School Program Team Member of West End School are, although not limited to, as follows:
Qualifications and Experience:
An ideal candidate for WES’ After School Team Member possesses:
Education and Experience:
Qualifications and Skills:
Compensation:
This position is compensated with an hourly rate commensurate with experience.
Application Process
Send your cover letter and résumé to lavinia.hawkins@westendschool.org. Please indicate the position(s) to which you are applying in the title of your email.
Statement of Non-Discrimination:
West End School is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our school. West End School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
West End School (WES) is a tuition-free, independent, PK-8 school with a mission to provide a safe, structured environment for boys in which academic rigor, character development, and responsible action establish the foundation for a purposeful life. Admission is open to boys who qualify for free or reduced-priced lunches and who are capable of attaining grade-level proficiency. West End School strives to address the issues boys in our community face by creating for its students a loving environment of high expectations and personal responsibility. Through the School's rigorous academic and personal standards, we inspire our students to attain the highest possible level of scholarship, character, and intellectual growth.
We are recruiting a talented, compassionate individual to be a part of our After School Program (ASP) Team.
Overview of the Program
The After School Program at WES is intended as extra support to our working families and our students. The After School Program’s goal is to provide a variety of activities—after the formal school day—ranging from elective clubs (e.g. orchestra, drama, arts and culture, book club, etc.) and academic skill building to project-oriented, play-based learning that reinforces valuable skills for student success in the classroom and daily life. We also provide a space for students to work on and receive help with homework as well as tutoring.
A West End School ASP Team Member is responsible for facilitating a positive, fun and engaging environment with a focus on safety and responsibility. WES ASP Team Members will work in coordination with the Team Leader, the ASP Coordinator and Classroom Teachers to support our students’ academic goals and character development.
After School Program Team Member Job Description:
The responsibilities for the After School Program Team Member of West End School are, although not limited to, as follows:
- Actively and positively engage with students in learning activities, games, and homework help
- Supervise school-aged children utilizing effective classroom management techniques, ultimately creating a joyous, structured, and safe environment
- Supervise students at work and at play both in indoor and outdoor settings during all seasons
- Lead large group, small group, and individual activities to keep students engaged
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and staff
- Know, understand, and consistently apply all safety procedures
- Model West End School values and expectations demonstrating trust, honesty, forgiveness, respect and perseverance
- Perform all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to rules, policies and regulations, together with exhibiting high professionalism, standards of conduct and strong work ethic
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience:
An ideal candidate for WES’ After School Team Member possesses:
Education and Experience:
- At least a high school diploma; coursework or bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to consistently work afternoons 3:00 – 5:30 pm, Monday – Friday, during school year
- Previous successful experience working with children, especially boys of color
Qualifications and Skills:
- A deeply held belief that all students are capable of success
- Ability to demonstrate compassion while accepting no excuses and take personal responsibility for student growth
- A passion and willingness to go above and beyond for the success of our students
- A commitment to igniting a passion for learning in children
- Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with wide variety of stakeholders (including students, faculty and staff, families)
- Proven ability to maintain high standards of professionalism and integrity
Compensation:
This position is compensated with an hourly rate commensurate with experience.
Application Process
Send your cover letter and résumé to lavinia.hawkins@westendschool.org. Please indicate the position(s) to which you are applying in the title of your email.
Statement of Non-Discrimination:
West End School is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our school. West End School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.