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City of San Fernando

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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COUNSELOR
SALARY: $8.59 Per Hour

The Position
Under direction of the Day Camp Specialist or After School Program Senior Counselor, supervises, leads and instructs youth in Enrichment activities, provides quality after-school supervision with an emphasis on meeting the educational needs as well as developing the creative talents of children at O’Melveny Elementary, Gridley Elementary, Morningside Elementary, San Fernando Elementary Schools and Recreation Park. Position is funded by the City of San Fernando and the After School and Safe Neighborhoods Partnership Program, and is subject to continuous availability of funds.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Instructs elementary school students in literacy, math, science and computer programs. Conducts tutorial / homework assistance lab.
  • Organizes, conducts and supervises elementary school students in enrichment activities which may include sports, arts and crafts, music / drama, contests and special events.
  • Assists in program publicity through use of flyers, newsletters, signs and posters; keeps records and prepares reports.
  • Adheres to City of San Fernando and Los Angeles Unified School District policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Graduation from High School or it’s equivalent. One year paid or two-year verifiable volunteer experience working with school aged children is required.

Must possess basic skills, and knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in maintaining an effective literacy program. Ability to organize, conduct, assign, and supervise enrichment activities, as well as establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members, volunteers and the general public is required.

AFTER SCHOOL SENIOR PROGRAM COUNSELOR
SALARY: $9.62 - $10.16 Per Hour

THE POSITION
Under direction of the Day Camp Specialist, directs the work of After School Program Counselors as well as youths, seniors, and other volunteers. May substitute for the Day Camp Specialist when the Specialist is not on site. Plans, supervises, leads and instructs youths in Literacy and Enrichment activities; provides quality after-school supervision with an emphasis on meeting the educational needs, as well as developing the creative talents of children at O’Melveny Elementary and San Fernando Elementary Schools and Recreation Park. Position is funded for approximately 49 weeks under the After School and Safe Neighborhoods Partnership Program and is subject to continuous availability of funds.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Helps to plan, schedule and implement after school program activities; assists in procurement of supplies; helps to schedule excursions, and assists in preparing reports.
  • Under the guidance of the Day Camp Specialist, plans, develops and instructs elementary school students in literacy, math, science and computer programs. Conducts tutorial / homework assistance lab.
  • Organizes, conducts and supervises elementary school students in enrichment activities which may include sports, arts and crafts, music / drama, contests and special events.
  • Assists in program publicity through use of flyers, newsletters, signs and posters; keeps records, prepares reports, and does outreach work.
  • Adheres to City of San Fernando and Los Angeles Unified School District policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
College-level education or specialized training or experience directly related to the subject field of the instructional activity. One year paid or two-year verifiable volunteer experience working with school aged children is required. Must possess basic skills, and knowledge of methods, practices and equipment used in maintaining an effective literacy program. Ability to organize, conduct, assign, and supervise enrichment activities for elementary aged children, as well as establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff members, volunteers and the general public is required.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
Certification in First Aid and CPR. Ability to speak Spanish.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid class 3 California Driver's License at time of appointment.

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and environmental conditions:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, climb and lift; work outdoors exposed to sun and/or rain, and perform program activities.

WORK SCHEDULE

  • Part-time, 15 – 30 hours per week.
  • Flexible schedule; may be required to work weekends.

Part-time and seasonal employees are paid salaries only, with no benefits.

The City of San Fernando does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, and handicapped status in employment or the provision of services.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Contact Information:
Phone: 818-898-1221
Our 24-Hour Job Hotline: 818-898-1200 ext. 503
Fax: 818-898-1219
Email: llopez@ci.san-fernando.ca.us

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San Fernando City Hall, 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
Phone: (818) 898-1200, Fax: (818) 361-7631, Email: info@ci.san-fernando.ca.us
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