Position Type: Childcare/Prime Time Assistant Site LeadDate Posted: 8/30/2024Location: Sunny Pointe ElementaryClosing Date: Until FilledPrime Time Assistant Site Lead Blue Springs School District Position Summary: The job of Prime Time Site Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibility for coordinating and implementing of the Prime Time program during the Prime Time Lead's absence; supervising Prime Time Aides and activities associated with the program; organizing age-appropriate activities for students; preparing and serving snacks; assisting with homework; and maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students in the program.
- This job reports to Prime-Time Lead
- This position is a Part - Time (19.75 hours per week) non-benefits eligible position.
- The salary range for this position is minimum $14.16 per hour to maximum $19.16 per hour.
Essential Functions:
- Aides in the planning of activities for individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g., playground activities, snack time, group/individual games, lunchroom, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Assigns guardian(s) of children directly from/to classes, parents, guardians, or designee for the purpose of ensuring safety of children and meeting established custodial guidelines.
- Assists the Lead with coordinating the staff preparation of logs, reports, and documents (e.g., monthly lesson plans, supply lists, behavioral/accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information, providing written reference, and/or meeting mandated requirements.
- Communicates and mediates with teachers, parents, and/or appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in resolving conflicts, evaluating progress, and/or implementing Prime Time Program objectives.
- Designs and monitors appropriate activities for assigned staff (e.g., games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, washing hands, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing play and academic concepts.
- Helps manage the distribution of instructional and/or play materials and the set-up of classrooms for the purpose of providing required supplies and safe environment to be ready for student care and learning.
- Inspects program equipment and work areas (e.g., toys, games, instructional tools, computers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing a safe learning environment.
- Maintains manual and electronic files, documents, and records (e.g., EZCare account, tuition, PRB, fees, Pcard online statement, timecards, deposits, Revtrak reports, attendance records, MOPD ID, trip calendar, state reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and state audit trail.
- Monitors the need to administer immediate first aid and medical assistance by assigned staff as instructed by a health care professional (e.g., diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bag, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.
- Organizes indoor/outdoor, quiet/active play activities appropriate to age group for the purpose of actively participating in learning activities with children.
- Oversees site activities of the Blue Springs Before and After-School Daycare Program during hours of operation in the absence of site lead (e.g., age-appropriate educational activities, snacks, homework assistance, facility maintenance, communication, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a clean and safe learning environment for students.
- Promotes good habits through interactions with children for the purpose of improving the quality of students' outcome and encouraging student development on good social and personal skills.
- Supervises assigned Prime Time Aides and monitors their work schedule, as may be required in the absence of the Prime Time Lead (e.g. hiring/termination recommendations, planning/ coordinating activities, rotates, training, advising, consulting, time-card reports, discipline, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring kids are in safe environment and the program meets the goals and expectations.
Other Functions:
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the Prime-Time Program.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Skills are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; controlling and motivating students; preparing and maintaining accurate records; administering first aid; and performing standard bookkeeping. Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development; positive reinforcement techniques; supervision; report writing; and age-appropriate activities/behaviors. Ability is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; organizing tasks; and setting priorities. Responsibility: Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services. Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned. Experience: Job-related experience is required. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency: One year's experience in day care program. Background Check: Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Equal Opportunity Employer Required Testing TB Assessment/Testing (possible) Certifications and Licenses CPR/Basic First Aid Certified Continuing Education Training None Clearances Criminal Background Check, Family Care Safety Registry FLSA Status Non-Exempt Salary Grade - 31 8/30/2024