Role OverviewThe Afterschool Intervention Specialist will provide specialized support to students in grades TK – 5, determined by program need. The Intervention Specialist may support individuals and groups in the following areas: academic intervention, behavioral supports, or other special needs. This position is part-time (.75) and reports to the Assistant Afterschool Coordinator.
What You Will Do
Plan and prepare academic or social emotional lesson plans for individuals or small groups based on their academic/social/emotional needs. Lead activities that support the needs of the students. Work with caregivers and school day staff to ensure student’s needs are being met in afterschool.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have strong student/group management and conflict resolution skills, excellent oral, computer & written communication skills, and the ability to work as a team player. Spanish speaking is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Completion of 48 college semester units or successful completion of the Instructional Aid (IA) exam required.
- Previous experience working with parents/caregivers and school day staff highly desirable.
- Experience working with preschool and/or elementary age students, specifically those from diverse, multi-lingual populations.
- Two years’ experience providing individual or group interventions to elementary aged students with special needs, behavioral or academic needs preferred.
- Strong student/group management and conflict resolution skills - restorative practices a plus.
- Excellent oral, computer & written communication skills.
- Demonstrated capacity to work as a team player; excellent time management and interpersonal skills; flexible; ability to listen and respond effectively; and ability to work in a fast-paced school environment.
- Spanish speaking preferred but not required.
- Reliable Transportation Required.
Benefits
- PAID time off package including up to 15 paid Holidays a year
- Generous vacation accruals for eligible employees
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Mental Health Care supports and services
- Chiropractic and Acupuncture benefits included in Medical plans
- Employer paid Basic Term Life/AD&D insurance
- Employee paid voluntary life insurance and AD&D (for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect)
- Accident, Critical illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage (for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect)
- Tax deferred FSA (flexible spending account) for Health Care and/or Child Care
- Commuter benefits for Transit and/or Parking expenses
- 403b retirement program with an up to 4% Employer dollar to dollar Match after 1 year of employment
- Prepaid Legal Consultation and Identity Theft Protection insurance
- Pet Insurance to care for the four-legged family member(s)
- ScholarShare 529 Savings Plan for higher education expenses
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