Assistant Site Director - PrimeTime (PT)

POSITION SUMMARY

Harmonium is currently hiring assistant site director to work in schools throughout San Diego County. Positions are available in Mira Mesa, Clairemont Mesa, Tierrasanta, Serra Mesa, the College Area, Pacific Beach, Mission Valley, North Park and National City. If you are hired, you will be matched with a school near your location that has an opening for an assistant site director.

This position is responsible for the safety, security and well-being of each child enrolled in the ASES program. Assistant Site Director - ASES performs administrative duties in the Site Director - ASES absence for up to 5 consecutive days.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

●    Open/close the site as required

●    Maintain a clean and orderly designated school space 

●    Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of students enrolled in the program 

●    Responsible for picking-up, maintaining, and returning all devices being used during distance learning and remote working 

●    Must be able to work at least 80% of all program hours; schedule must be pre-approved by supervisor and documentation will be required as proof for the schedule modification

JOB COMPLEXITY

●    Supervise day-to-day activities of the program while following contract

●    Assist with maintaining student-staff ratio

●    Assist Site Director - ASES in developing and implementing a diverse, creative mix of arts & crafts, sports, recreation, academic (homework assistance), and enrichment activities, that are age and interest specific for the children enrolled

●    Assist with electronic attendance collection, snack procedures, and maintaining enrollment information

●    Develop clubs, activities, and curriculum

●    Work effectively across all program service areas for Agency wide effective communication and operations

●    Under HR’s direction will participate in preparing and reviewing in any legal related matters

STAFF SUPERVISION

●    Ordinarily, no supervisory responsibility except occasional project-based work

●    This position also would function as the Site Director - ASES in her/his absence for up to 5 consecutive days

COMMUNICATION

●    Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with school site, parents, children, and Harmonium staff

●    Communicate with parents regarding their child on a daily basis

AGENCY LEADERSHIP

●    Act as a role model on site for the staff

●    Provide overall control and direction of staff on how to interact with internal & external customers when Site Director is not in duty 

DECISION MAKING

●    Judgments and decisions are guided by Harmonium and program policies, contracts, and guidelines

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

●    Must be 18 years of age 

●    Must have 48 completed college units OR pass the District’s Classroom Assistant Proficiency  Exam (a basic math and literacy exam)

●    Must have either a minimum of 6 completed units in child development, elementary and/or middle school education, recreation or related field OR a minimum of 6 months documented work experience in an ASES program

●    A minimum of 1 year experience working in an after school or group childcare setting with elementary aged children

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY

●    Demonstrated ability in sports, special interests, hobbies, and/or arts and crafts

●    Ability to relate well to children and adults 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON  HIRE

●    Valid CPR and First Aid certification 

●    Valid TB results (required every 4 years)

●    Must receive Fingerprint Clearance (paid by Harmonium)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

●    Ability to actively supervise and roam designated areas at all times to ensure a direct line of sight of all students including but not limited to:

○    Standing, walking, and moving for extended periods of time throughout the shift

●    In the case of elopement, or a student leaving their designated area, the ability to promptly follow and safely return the student to their designated area

●    Ability to operate a vehicle

●    High energy needed with the ability to balance multiple high-stress tasks

●    Ability to work in noisy and outdoors environment

●    Ability to travel throughout the county with the flexibility required to meet job duties

●    Frequent repetitive hand use and simple grasping, i.e., desk and computer functions

●    Ability to sit for prolonged period

●    Ability to lift and carry up to twenty pounds

●    Ability to operate a computer

●    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

COMPENSATION

• Starting Rate: $24.06 per hour 
• Part time benefits include voluntary benefits, a 403b retirement plan plus match, and CA Paid Sick Leave in addition to hands-on training, virtual courses, and live presentations. 

Harmonium is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees/interns. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.