EL CONCILIO CALIFORNIA

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Temporary - Youth Mentor

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Under supervision of the Program Manager and Program Specialist, the Temporary - Youth Mentor will facilitate a wide range of creative activities for students within the Afterschool Program. This position will be responsible for coordinating and leading organized sports and enrichment activities during morning/lunch time recess and Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELOP) program hours. The objective of the program is to provide structure and create a fun learning environment where students can expand their interest and build interpersonal skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Adhere to all El Concilio California policies and procedures.
  • Create educational and recreational lesson plans to instruct students from grade levels K-8th grade.
  • Provide supervision during recess engagement.
  • Limit the use of cell phone usage during supervision of students
  • Develop engaging activities where students of all grade levels can participate.
  • Adapt sporting activities for the purpose of supporting and/or reinforcing student participation
  • Plan and schedule sports and enrichment activities for morning/lunch recess and ELOP after school programs
  • Maintains physical education equipment (e.g. adapting sporting materials, setting up/taking down game equipment, taking attendance/inventory, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items
  • Provide supervision to all students at any worksite assigned to.
  • Adhere to District and school site policies/procedures to ensure a safe environment for students
  • Assume responsibility for the safety of students indoors and outdoors.
  • Prepare written accident reports as necessary.
  • Follow Mandated Reporter protocols based on training when necessary.
  • Participate in relevant trainings and collaborative meetings as required.
  • Respond to children’s needs, emergencies, and mediate conflicts that may occur during activities.
  • Instruct students in the rules and mechanics of sports, games, and teamwork.
  • Lead hands on enrichment activities with students in the ELOP/afterschool program.
  • Redirect students in a positive manner and provide mentoring support on a daily basis.
  • Actively participate in learning activities and provide tutoring based on student needs.
  • Provide all students necessary equipment and provide instruction on use of materials for safety purposes.
  • Work alongside and collaborate with youth mentors and other specialty staff.
  • Assist other Temporary - Youth Mentors with coverage during site assignment as needed.
  • Keep accurate information regarding student attendance and progress during activities.
  • Relay any information to Program Facilitators and Program Coordinator regarding program updates.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with all students, parents and school personnel.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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