IDEA Public Schools·Mission, Texas
Facilitate after-school academic support and enrichment activities for priority students to enhance college and career readiness. Implement behavior management systems and collaborate with school leadership to foster a productive learning environment.
The After School Enrichment specialists will facilitate after school programming for priority students, focusing on academic support, enrichment opportunities, and college/career readiness. Enrichment Specialists will work with campus principals and the After School Coordinator to ensure after school programs enhance the vision and priorities of the school. After School Enrichment specialists work after school for 2 – 2.5 hours. This is a 21st Century grant funded position and funding may be extended. A grant-funded position has no guarantee of ongoing and indefinite employment. All duties and responsibilities tied to this position are allowable and allocable to the grant.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus- wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom
Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
Provide enrichment and recreation leadership for the program students.
Facilitate planned enrichment and/or recreational activities to group of students (average group size 12-18).
Assists in developing students' cognitive capacity, increasing academic skill development, and respect for learning.
Foster students' self-esteem and motivation through positive interaction.
Be directly supervised by the Site Coordinator
Attend scheduled meetings with Site Coordinator and Project Director to coordinate program design, evaluation process, and outreach efforts.
Work closely with
Site
Coordinator and
Project
Director to: Organize schedule of enrichment and/or recreational activities. Implement evaluation tools.
Abide by all IDEA campus rules and procedures
At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools.
IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report’s top high schools lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college.
When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.
At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values [https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values]
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This position is grant-funded with 21st Century funds and will require a time and effort report. This is a grant funded position and funding may be extended. A grant-funded position has no guarantee of ongoing and indefinite employment. All duties and responsibilities tied to this position are allowable and allocable to the grant.
This position is grant funded with 21st Century and will require a time and effort report. The employee and the employee supervisor must sign this job description acknowledging that this position is grant funded.
Requires current college enrollment, a professional certification, or a minimum of 15 college hours. Candidates must have experience working with youth in a classroom or school setting and provide transcripts for verification.
Market context
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