Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
Child Thrive – Chicago, IL
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$18.00 – $18.00 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Summary
As a Thrive OST Instructor Lead (Out of School Time) you will implement and adapt a wide variety of enrichment activities for grades K-8 in an after-school program setting and a summer mini-camp program setting. The TOSTI plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive, and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants.
With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you will also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Lead role will support the leadership of the day-to-day operations of the program.
• Assist the Mentoring Manager, Child Thrive Coordinator, and other Leadership staff in the development of activity plans, community events, and field trips.
• Lead will also prepare the day’s materials and supplies prior to the start of the program and may be responsible for the breakdown and clean-up of program space and materials.
• Lead will assist program leadership with parent communication.
• Lead will provide supervisory support for team members in the absence of program leadership.
• Create a safe, supportive, interactive, and engaging environment for Out of School Time participants.
• Provide a positive experience for participants by acknowledging their efforts and accomplishments, while aiding and encouraging program participants when needed.
• Provide effective supervision of program participants.
• With the assistance of the Program Lead, develop daily and/or weekly lesson and activities plans that consider diverse abilities and interests and meet program quality, safety, and policy requirements.
• Ensures materials and supplies are available and ready for daily program activities and ensures all program areas and supplies are clean and well maintained regularly.
• Models self-control, respect, and cooperation to teens and other team members.
• Utilize arrivals/departures to share information and to build relationships with parents/guardians.
• Maintains accurate attendance, instructional, and other records as necessary to meet program requirements.
• Participates in team meetings and other special events.
• All other duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This job description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or a responsibility required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the department and/or association.
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation or other differences. Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities.
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Must be at least 21 years of meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.
• H.S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in childcare, education, recreation, or related program.
• Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty.
• Commitment to and passion for the Children’s Place Associations mission is required. Including a passion for working with diverse youth.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening; clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. or more.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others; verbal contact with others; working inside.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or a responsibility required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the department and/or association.
We offer a rewarding work environment and take pride in offering competitive benefits with health, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefits program, life and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; and retirement and financial planning benefits.
Children’s Place Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.