After School Site Assistant Coordinator

Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts – After-School Assistant Coordinator

Who is Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts (OCASA)?

Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts is a tuition-free charter school.

We believe in an experiential approach to STEAM-focused education.

Our students learn by doing. They are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, make discoveries, observe patterns, exhibit creativity, and reflect on their own work. With an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, our students apply real-world experiences to understand new concepts. Multiple hands-on labs on campus including Science Lab, Maker Lab, Audio/Visual Lab with Music, Arts Lab, Resource Lab, and Practical Life Studio, encourage exploration and experimentation.

Our students are connected, active and involved participants in our community.

Our students engage with our community through Inquiry Arc projects. Inquiry Arcs are a project-based learning tool in which the entire school focuses on a topic such as the Living Cells, Rockets & Space, Fibonacci Sequence, or California's Missions. Students will explore the topic, choose their focus and exhibit their findings within the school and to the greater community. Inquiry Arc projects teach students how to gather, filter and share knowledge to the benefit of our community and our world.

We provide individualized learning in a collaborative environment.

Each student follows an Individual Learning Plan tailored to their academic, social and emotional, and personal needs and goals within a mixed-age class of their peers. Mixed-age classes encourage older students to be role models and helpers, fostering a culture in which students work together, help each other and genuinely care for one another. Teachers have meaningful relationships with students and their families, and together they ensure the needs of each student are being met.

We are UNIQUE!

A Common Core education is enhanced by the unique facilities, collaborative approach, and project-based learning elements of OCASA's model. Students build the independence to think critically, test ideas, solve problems and reflect on their own learning in an environment that fosters a love of learning.

Job Description

The after school program at OCASA is an educational enrichment program for K-8th grade. It is designed to compliment the school’s academic programs as well as support students’ character and emotional development. It is important that all staff be dedicated to that goal and work hard to maintain that standard. After school staff will play a few different roles. The primary role will be the supervision and instruction of students after school hours conclude (2:20-6:00). However, staff will begin work in the middle of the school day (11:00). During school hours, staff will support Instructional Assistants during P.E, supervise playgrounds during lunch recess, and aid Instructional Assistants during STEAM. After school is over, staff will be required to lead large groups of students through study hall, tutoring, movement breaks, sports, and hands-on student driven activities. Lesson plans and curriculum are primarily developed by the Teachers and the After School Program Coordinator; support staff will facilitate these lessons and assist in their success. Staff will develop and promote fee-based camps on school holidays and vacations with the After School Coordinator. The After School Support Staff must embrace change, challenges, and controlled chaos, always keeping the students success as their motivation and focus.

An After School Assistant Coordinator:

• Supervises lunch recess
• Sets up and organizes P.E equipment for each class
• Aids Instructional Assistants during P.E and STEAM lessons (may be asked to lead STEAM lessons on occasion)
• Provides daily snack to after school attendants in accordance with ASES grant and Health Department guidelines
• Assists in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques
• Addresses behavior issues with a calm and supporting attitude

Strives to understand the reason for misbehavior and assists students in understanding and learning to properly process those emotions

• Creates a positive, safe, and organized environment for all students
• Keeps campus rules consistent and enforced
• Leads groups of up to 20 students in after school activities
• Assists students in the completion of both homework and additional tutoring materials
• Participates in Professional Development activities as directed by After School Coordinator
• Works closely and communicates with both Teachers and IAs
• Demonstrates leadership and a commitment to educating and empowering youth to reach their fullest potential
• Has knowledge of age appropriate classroom and behavior management skills
• Maintains the confidentiality of student records and school reports

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Relevant successful experience in a paid or non-paid position working with school-aged children; minimum of two (2) years.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain before work begins
• Interest in OCASA’s innovative model of public charter education and commitment to the school’s success.
• Adaptable! OCASA is in a start-up mode and candidates must be willing to embrace change with open arms.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Outstanding organizational skills.

Preferred Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4 years of relevant experience in a paid or non-paid position working with school-aged children
• Has obtained or is in the process of obtaining a credential or applicable certificate
• Prior experience with aftercare or physical education
• Experience in a multicultural school environment

Compensation

$21.00
Competitive Benefits

How to apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following:

• Letter of Introduction detailing why you believe you are the right person for the position; include statement about your professional and relevant experience working with students and your passion for working with children.
• Resume
• (2) Letters of Recommendation and/or (3) Three References to contact

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person