School Age Educator

School-Age Educator , who under the supervision of the School Age Site Director is responsible for implementing program and providing direct service to children in a comprehensive School Age Program.  The School-Age Educator will work 5 hours a day during school days and 8 hours a day (full time) during summer / school vacation / holidays, contingent upon funding.

Position Responsibilities :

• Provides an overall environment that is reflective of our multi-ethnic population, conducive to enjoyment, relaxation and socialization.  Has well defined interest areas, and promotes recognition, acceptance and positive interactions among children and among children and staff.
• Works with the Site Director in development, planning and implementation of the School Age Program.  Actively participates with children ages 5-12 years old.
• Participates in bi-weekly curriculum planning meetings and weekly staffing in order to implement the individualized recommendations for each child into daily programming.  Implements a variety of creative, challenging, and interesting choices within the interest areas.
• With the assistance of the Site Director, observes and documents the individual needs of each child and completes a biannual evaluation (SAYO).
• Encourages children in developing a sense of responsibility and respect for their own, others, and the program property by modeling these behaviors appropriately.
• Maintains necessary records, including :   school sign out sheets, attendance sheets, updating educational files, anecdotal notes, etc.
• Attends weekly staff meetings, monthly supervision meetings, special workshops and training sessions, including D.H.S. sponsored workshops to increase professional knowledge.
• Assures proper care of the program equipment and supplies, including cleaning up the area with the children’s assistance, after activities.
• Monitors overall health and safety of all the program children.  This includes observing children as they pick them at the schools and reports any sign of illness, injury or child abuse / neglect to their Site Director.
• Develops a positive relationship with parents, teachers, and children and is available for formal and informal conferences.  Attends parent meetings / presentations, upon request.  Assists in DHS’s annual program self-evaluation.
• Works with Site Director in maintaining National Accreditation of the 5-12 year old program.
• Participates in monthly all-agency meetings, annual agency retreat and Erie’s Annual Meeting.  Supports Erie’s fundraising efforts / events.  Attends mandated and other appropriate workshops / presentations that will promote professional development.
• If working at the Center Site, communicate regularly with Child Care staff regarding logistics for space, food, and any other operations concerns.
• If working at Diego Site, communicate regularly with school personnel and participate in school events.
• Responsible for the program complying with Erie’s, and all City and State licensing requirements and performance standards, including promoting the health and safety of all the children, following sanitation procedures and universal precautions, completing a bi-annual physical exam, complying with the Confidentiality and Child Abuse and Neglect Acts as a mandated reporter, as well as the American’s with Disabilities Act and Erie’s Inclusion Policy.
• Serves as an “in-ratio” staff to ensure that DCFS ratio standards are upheld at all times.
• Fills in at other school age sites as needed when given at least 2 hours' notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements :

TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS :

Compensation : $17.50 - 18.25 hourly

Generous paid time off

(examples below for full-time employment)

Year 1 = 8 days

Employer-sponsored learning and development programs.

Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance.

Union / Non-Exempt

Erie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at hr@eriehouse.org.

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MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYS.

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About Erie Neighborhood House :

Since 1870, Erie Neighborhood House has provided the most comprehensive support immigrant and low-income families in Chicago need to thrive and has constantly evolved to meet their needs. Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children & youth, mental health & community wellness, adult education & training, legal services, and more.