Catholic Charities Of Santa Clara County San Jose , CA 95111
Posted 3 days ago
OVERVIEW:
The goal of CORAL San José is to improve academic achievement in an after-school setting. Serving twenty two schools and a community center throughout San José, CORAL will provide high quality literacy support, project-based learning and STEAM activities linked to classroom curricula and California State Standards. CORAL seeks to strengthen children's foundation of basic skills, while providing them with a rich and high quality literacy, STEAM and enrichment curriculum.
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Under the direct supervision of the STEAM Program Supervisor the STEAM CORAL After School Instructor (CASI) will be responsible for the facilitation of STEAM curricula, and programs in the CORAL Afterschool classrooms. The STEAM after school instructor will develop and carry out STEAM enrichment programs and work to raise academic achievement in a small group setting.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and execution of STEAM lessons and activities
Attending regular STEAM professional development sessions for developing new STEAM practices and programs
Teach, direct and supervise school age children
Maintain daily attendance
Maintain data entry requirements
Conduct home visits if needed
Involve children in all program activities
Develop age appropriate programming for children
Responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of the children at all times
Must be an active participant and a positive role model to children
Exhibit courteous and helpful behavior to children, staff, parents/guardians, school personnel, agency representatives, and the general public
Report to the STEAM Program Supervisor any behavioral concerns and/or incidents involving the children in the program
Attend all staff meetings and CORAL professional development trainings
Responsible for all equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of program areas; Carry supplies and equipment related to STEAM activities to the school sites
Carry out all policies of the site, agency, and overall San Jose CORAL goals and mission
Travel between school sites to offer quality programming to engage students in STEAM activities
Perform all other duties as required by the CORAL
QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualified applicant will possess general knowledge, and interest in these areas:
General Science, Math and Art
Technology & Engineering - Knowledge of any block based coding language, willingness to learn and adapt new STEAM teaching practices and programs
Lesson planning and implementation
Classroom management
Academic Tutoring
Safety / Risk Management in a child centered program
Must have a minimum of two years experience working with children
Must have knowledge of working in racially diverse communities, under performing schools, low-socio economic areas
Must acquire CPR and First Aid training.
Must be able to lift up 25 lbs and do exercise with the students outside
Must be willing to travel between school sites
EDUCATION:
BA in Education or related field or equivalent work experience; or
AA or a minimum of 48 college units; or
Qualifications for an instructional aide according to the LEA policy; or
High School diploma or GED
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Fingerprint background clearance via LiveScan
Must provide TB test results
Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination with booster(s) status
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency's operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.
Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability. Persons seeking employment are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities.
Catholic Charities Of Santa Clara County