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Agency Description: Founded in 1971, Girls Incorporated of Carpinteria is an affiliate of the national Girls Incorporated organization, the nation’s leading expert on issues affecting girls and young women. Our mission is to inspire and empower girls and women to achieve personal, social, political and economic success. We provide quality, research based programming to over 600 girls and young women ages 5-18 and their families in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
Job Summary: Lead groups of 8-14 elementary aged girls in a balanced program of hands on learning opportunities and academic support designed to support the mission inspiring all girls to be strong, smart and bold. School Site Literacy Program (K-3) & Girls Inc. Campus Based Program Available (TK-5); Distance Learning support (TK-8th)
Summary of Essential Job Functions:
Plan, prepare for and facilitate daily, hands on activities within the program’s core content areas
Plan, facilitate and supervise daily academic and homework support activities
Supervise and ensure the safety of all girls while they are participating in Girls Inc. activities and during informal time on and off campus.
Serve as a mentor and positive adult in the lives of youth
Submit weekly lesson plans and supply requisitions
Keep an accurate record of daily attendance both during planned activities and informal time
Work as a team with Girls Incorporated staff in making the program fun, positive and educational experience for the girls, utilizing your leadership role as a positive example for the girls.
Work with the program director and program staff to address any social, behavioral or academic issues the girls may be facing
Participate in all staff training sessions and meetings, as required.
Follow all Girls Incorporated rules and guidelines as set forth in Personnel Policies, staff memos, and staff meetings.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of program resources, supplies and activity areas
Curtail any attitudes or behaviors that might foster dependence or passivity in girls through an attentive mentoring relationship that models positive relationships and choices
Assist with activities or events outside of your normal schedule (occasional evenings and weekends)
Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Ability Requirements:
Experience working with youth in an educational setting
12 college units in early childhood education or comparable classes
Good Communication Skills and ability and desire to work as a team player
Motivation and strong problem solving skills
Time management skills and ability to prioritize work
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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