Group Leader - OST

Hours: Part-time. School year: Afternoon hours only. 2:30pm - 5:30pm, Summer/School Breaks: 20+ hours varied weekly.

REPORTS TO: Out of School Time Director/Out of School Time Coordinator

JOB GOAL: Under supervision of the Director or designee, supervise children during playtime, ensuring safety and appropriate interactions. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIESDirect Child CareImplement age-appropriate activities and learning centers Provide individual attention to children as needed. Monitor children for signs of distress or potential hazards. Classroom SupportPrepare materials and set up learning environments for activities. Lesson plans and curriculum implementation. Facilitate small group activities under the Site Coordinator or Program Coordinator supervision. Maintain a clean and organized classroom. Communication and DocumentationObserve, document, and communicate concerning behavior to the Site Coordinator, Program Coordinator or Director Maintain accurate records of children's attendance and daily activities. Safety and ComplianceFollow all EEC regulations regarding child safety and hygiene practices. Participate in emergency drills and procedures. Adhere to all reporting requirements regarding child abuse or neglect.

• Performs such other appropriate tasks as may be assigned from time to time.

Position TypePosition Type: Part-time

Salary: $15.50 to $16.50 Per Hour Job CategoriesInstructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of the Westport Community Schools to maintain a learningand working environment that is free from harassment, violence ordiscrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex/gender, marital status, homelessness, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, family care leavestatus, pregnancy or any condition related to pregnancy, or military/veteranstatus. *All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00. *

Job Requirements: CPR/First Aid certified required or must obtain CPR/First certification. 6 months of experience with children graded preK-4 working in a childcare or school setting preferred. Ability to work as a part of a team and independently. Demonstrate patience, understanding, warmth, and compassion toward children. Must be able to work with children who have different abilities. Proof of recent physical examination and proof of MMR vaccination or titer. Must complete EEC Essentials 2.0 Training. Must undergo a background check and fingerprints. Must be at least 18. At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact InformationHuman Resources 17 Main Road Westport, Massachusetts 02790

Phone: (508) 636-1140 Fax: 508-636-1145

Email: kmcdaniel@westportschools.org