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City of Long Beach · 3 months ago

WRAP EXPANDED LEARNING PROGRAM LEADERS (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST VII-N/C)

California, United States

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The City of Long Beach is seeking Recreation Program Leaders to assist with the WRAP After School Program, which provides academic enrichment and healthy activities for youth. The role involves supervising staff and participants, designing and implementing programs, and ensuring the safety and well-being of participants.

Association

Responsibilities

Under direction, supervise subordinate staff, volunteers and program participants in grades TK-8th

Under the direction of a site director, design, plan, market, and oversee implementation of site program including academic enrichment, homework assistance, social-emotional learning and physical fitness

Train subordinate staff on and model how to supervise a group of 15-20 youth in TK- 8th grades, using effective behavior and classroom management techniques in alignment with Restorative Justice Practices

Assist Site Director to oversee participant behavior, program risk management, and safety of participants and staff

Assist in supervision of site program and staff, clean up and closing duties

Contribute and/or Assist in on-going WRAP Academy Trainings for staff

Maintain accurate records and documentation of incidents, behavior, meal service and attendance

Model effective communication with students, parents/guardians and school faculty regarding incidents that occur during program to promote positive working relationships with all stakeholders

Assist with development and maintenance of cooperative relationships with school administration, faculty, support staff, and the parents of participants

Attend all mandatory staff and in-service meetings and training sessions

Maintain and manage classroom program equipment, supplies, and materials

Adhere to the department dress code by maintaining a neat and clean personal appearance

Utilize computer software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook 365, Canva, Zoom, Google Meets and Forms, LBUSD City Span for various administrative duties

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

After school programmingAcademic enrichmentBehavior managementMicrosoft Office SuiteCustomer serviceJudgmentCultural competenceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

Must meet at least one of the options below: (Option A) - Two (2) years (or equivalent 500 hours total) of part-time experience (paid or unpaid) working in after school programming for school-aged youth, academic enrichment program or a related field; OR, (Option B) - Forty-eight (48) units of college education, including a minimum of eight (8) units in recreation, childcare or a related field; OR, (Option C) - A combination of education and experience as outlined above

Must have completed 48 or more units at an accredited college or university OR must be able to pass a LBUSD-administered math and literacy exam

Must have access to reliable transportation for all job responsibilities

Must be at least 18 years of age

Be willing to work a consistent schedule between the hours of 1:00pm-7:00pm Monday-Friday during the school year and 8:00am-5:00pm during school breaks

Be willing to assist various programs at various site locations