Activity Leader (Community Schools)

Metropolitan Family Service position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to complete. They are intended as a general outline of the essential work responsibilities and qualifications of the position. Under general supervision of the SUN Site Manager, SUN Activity Leaders are responsible for designing, planning and teaching afterschool activities. SUN afterschool programming enriches students lives by offering fun, hands-on activities that inspire learning and build skills for healthy lifestyles. Our goal is to provide a safe, positive learning environment that recognizes the potential of each child. Activities may include academic support, service-learning, sports & recreation, fine arts, and other high-interest themes. Values: We use creative and proactive problem solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services. We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence. We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity. Equity & Social Justice Values working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment Values and supports inclusion and program access for clients Supports agency goals for reducing disparity in outcomes for communities of color Adopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilege Summary of Position: Develop and facilitate afterschool activities. The employee will be responsible for programmatic, organizational, and classroom duties. He or she will work directly with the SUN Site Manager, Principal, school staff, and students. Employees are part time, temporary employees of Metropolitan Family Service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach engaging, age-appropriate lessons with ties to academics, recreation and/or the arts during the afterschool hours
• Supervise groups of 12-16 students while maintaining school-appropriate class decorum.
• Supervise groups during daily routines such as meal time, recess, bathroom breaks, and class transitions.
• Record and turn in student attendance daily.
• Maintain classroom and school rules to ensure students are safe.
• Communicate frequently with the SUN Site Manager about individual student progress, successes and concerns.
• Keep the SUN Site Manager informed about overall class development and needed support.
• Maintain positive working relationships with students, families, school staff, and custodians.
• Work within school and agency policies.
• Protect student confidentiality

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting
• An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills
• A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion
• Demonstrate excitement in working with children.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities
• Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior management is a MUST
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form)
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus
• Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English)

Hours and Term:

• Hours: Mon-Thurs 3:00-6:00pm
• Term: The current term is Fall. SUN activities are not held on David Douglas School District No-School or Early Release Days. Position may have an option of continuing for future school terms.
• SUN Activity Leaders are part-time, temporary employees of Metropolitan Family Service.
• Compensation: Varies depending on experience.
• Metropolitan Family Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Address:

• Address: 2921 SE 116th Ave. Portland, OR 97266