WIN Program Aide - Vacancy ID: 237491

Key Responsibilities

•   Build and maintain positive relationships with the students enrolled.

•  Follow a daily schedule of tasks, sticking to times, activities, and locations as assigned.

•   Plan intentional and meaningful youth development lessons as assigned.

•    Lead students in activities that support and reinforce skills learned in the classroom.

•    Lead students in youth development activities that build life skills.

•    Maintain the program’s vision and provide quality professional care in a warm and secure atmosphere with special consideration given to individual differences and needs.

•   Work closely with the site coordinator and lead program staff to ensure smooth operation of the program.  This includes complying with the Sparta Area School District procedures in reporting accidents/injuries/incidents and fielding any problems at the site.

•  Responsible for providing positive direction to children, teaching and encouraging new skills, and ensuring a safe environment for all children.

•   Be an effective communicator with children, other staff, and supervisors. 

•  Attend staff meetings and training.

•  Adhere to guidelines and procedures as defined in the Sparta Area School District Policy Manual.

•  Understand the responsibility of self as mandated child abuse reporter.

• Follow instructions from supervisors.

• Actively supervise children to ensure safety.

Degree/Special Training Required:

At least 14 years old and able to obtain a work permit if under the age of 16.

Work Schedule of the Position:  

Part-time school year (August - June). 10-12 hours per week