Facilitator

Position Summary: The Academic Enrichment Facilitator will work with the Program Director and participants by providing supports during after school time. The Academic Enrichment Facilitator will also be expected to participate in action planning with any children that may need additional supports. The Academic Enrichment Facilitator will be expected to have check in meetings with the Program Director and the Community School Director.

Essential Duties:

• General On-Site Duties
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Children's Aid and Fairmont-Samara mission and show initiative and motivation in achieving the goals of the program.
• Maintain documentation on participants.
• Communicate regularly with appropriate Children's Aid and DOE personnel regarding needs of program and/or participants.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members of the program (may include late nights and/or weekends).
• Implementation of lessons, assessments, and differentiation of students.

• Special Events
• Assist with Community School events coordinated by the Program Director or the Community School Director such as on-site registration, student recognition, etc. as needed.

• Student Development
• Serve as a role model for all students in our campus.
• Establish and maintain rapport with the students and parents of the Fairmont-Samara Campus.
• Help students develop self-confidence, improve self-concept, and reduce anxiety or fear of academic failure.
• Help students develop the study skills and positive attitude necessary for academic success.
• Assist in establishing, monitoring, and maintaining safe and respectful behavior of participants.
• Create action plans or academic plans for individual children as needed or required.
• Administer pre- and post- tests and/or assessments as needed.
• Staff members are all mandated reporters.

• Student Records
• Be responsible for maintaining records on each student, including follow-up and periodic assessment/grades.
• Assist in assessment of participants and program evaluation.
• Collect and monitor daily participant information such as attendance, grades and assignments.
• Report and document incidents of discipline and accidents to the Program Director and Community School Director.

• Training/Planning
• Attend periodic training sessions given by Community School staff members to increase competency in working with students and families.
• Collaborate and maintain communication with the Data Specialist, Program Director, Office Manager and the Community School Director.
• Complete any additional assignments and mandatory paperwork as given by the Program Director or the Community School Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Active college student or completion of some college coursework.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant, job-related experience.
• 1 to 2 years of experience facilitating groups with elementary-aged children or adolescents.
• Prior experience in an after-school program or summer camp setting is highly desirable.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish - oral and written).

Key Competencies

• Strong commitment to the goals of the OST (Out-of-School Time) program.
• Demonstrated ability to connect with and lead young people effectively.
• Passion for working with children and/or youth, particularly in underserved communities.
• Knowledge of and dedication to serving impoverished communities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams and with external organizations.
• Highly motivated, dependable, and mission-driven.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Place a check mark next to the applicable options and specify any additional ones in the space provided after "Other".

Ability to travel to multiple work sites via public transportation

Repetitive movement of hands and fingers (typing and/or writing)

Ability to stand or walk long distances

Visual acuity to view documents on a computer screen for long periods of time

Typical office environment

Work in extreme heat or cold conditions

Flexibility to work evenings/nights/and-or weekend

Able to lift or carry ___ lbs. Traverse through multiple flights of stairs

Other(s):

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.