Job Description

Position Type: Full-Time

Hours: 6:10 am - 9:20 am & 3:20 - 6:10 pm (plus 1 hr meeting & 2 hour plan time)

Salary: < 60 College hours $16.41 > 60 College hours $17.72

Reports To: Vacation Station Program Coordinator

About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and educational environment for all students. We seek dedicated professionals to help maintain and enhance the quality of our school-age programs.

Job Summary

The Vacation Station Facilitator supports the Program Coordinator and Assistant Program Coordinator in planning and supervising a school-age program at the elementary school site. This role is essential in creating an enriching environment that promotes both academic and social development.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend Meetings:
• Attend meetings, workshops, and other activities organized by the Coordinator to gather and convey necessary information.
• Emergency Preparedness:
• Communicate and practice emergency plans for each center to ensure all staff and students are prepared for potential emergencies.
• Maintain Program Quality:
• Focus on interactive techniques and classroom activities that challenge students academically and support the program's model for success.
• Monitor Students:
• Consistently monitor students to keep them physically and academically engaged throughout the program.
• Organize Activities:
• Prepare and organize the classroom environment and activities daily, encouraging hands-on learning, socialization, and positive behavior.
• Review Documentation:
• Review all records and reports required by Vacation Station to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Enhance Program Services:
• Review and modify the services and activities provided to ensure a safe, fun, and educational environment for children.
• Ensure Safety Compliance:
• Review emergency evacuation plans and training for all center staff to ensure safety and compliance with district protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent (required). Completion of 60 college credits in a related field is preferred.
• Experience:
• Job-related experience is desired.

Skills

• Safety Practices:
• Adherence to safety practices and protocols.
• Communication:
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Record-Keeping:
• Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records.
• Software Proficiency:
• Proficiency in standard office software applications.

Knowledge

• Basic Math:
• Competency in basic math skills.
• Child Development:
• Understanding of child development stages and age-appropriate activities.
• Instructional Practices:
• Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
• Safety Regulations:
• Familiarity with safety practices and district regulations.

Abilities

• Task Management:
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Adaptability:
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities.
• Teamwork:
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Problem-Solving:
• Ability to solve problems independently and make decisions in line with program goals.
• Confidentiality:
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Physical Demands

• Activity:
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
• Environment:
• The job typically requires 20% sitting, 50% walking, and 30% standing in a generally clean and healthy environment.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!