Description

ASES Activity Leader Must be ESSA Compliant*

Two (2) 4.5 hour positions
- One (1) at Fairfax Junior High
- One (1) at Shirley Lane Elementary
$19.38/hour - $29.55/hour
Current ASES Activity Leaders, please complete a transfer request. (Accessible in your Frontline Central account. Select "My Forms" then "Forms I Can Start")
All other Fairfax Classified employees please apply.
Other site possibly available pending internal transfer.

JOB TITLE: Activity Leader – After School Enrichment and Safety Program

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists with academic enrichment and physical activities for children participating in the ASES Program. Establishes cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults. Maintains an attractive and safe learning environment. Maintains necessary records and files relating to the program. Utilizes appropriate supplies, materials and equipment for the program. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about children. Participates in staff development activities.

REPORTS TO:

ASES Program Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

181 work days contracted.
Hours vary by position.
Classified Salary Schedule.
Continued employment contingent upon receipt of program funds.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education (*ESSA Compliant):

Proof of High School Diploma (or GED) AND
Rigorous standard of quality on formal state assessment or local assessment OR
Two years of college credit OR
Associate's of Arts Degree

Knowledge of:

English at a fluent level to fulfill the duties to be performed;
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
Basic arithmetic concepts;
Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups;
Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment;
Comply with appropriate cleanliness standards, health and dress codes.

Ability to:

Respect confidential matters.
To follow directions.
To work appropriately with adults and children.
Pass required test.

Experience:

Paid or voluntary experience working with children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION:

Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups;
Communicate effectively in oral and written form;
Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment;
Utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
Communicate effectively with other staff members and parents.
Assist in guiding pupils in the development of desirable social skills and habits.
Help school personnel in establishing good moral and spiritual values, and mental and physical health for all pupils.
Assist with checking, care, preparation and arrangement of instructional materials and equipment.
Assist with attendance verifications, enrollment procedures, first aid, and home contacts.
Provide direct supervision to the children and carry out the site's planned program of activities for students to strengthen their academic and social skills.
Attend CPR and First Aide training and update as needed.
Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned essential functions of this job description are the following essential physical requirements:

Percent 1-100

5% Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
5% Ability to see for purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter and observing students.
5% Ability to lift 50 lbs.
5% Ability to carry 50 lbs.
10% Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
10% Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation.
10% Ability to bend and twist, kneel and stoop, run and crawl.
10% Ability to reach in all directions.
40% Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.

100% Total

Other related functions of this position:

Other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Testing will be available by invitation for those who do not currently meet the ESSA requirements. Invitation will be sent to the email listed on the application.

ASES

Fairfax Elementary School District

Fairfax School District is a regular school district located in Kern County with 4 schools, 125 teachers and 2,670 students. Total Revenue is $52,472,000 and is trending up. Fairfax School District spends $16,125 per student per year on instruction.