Learning Zone Teacher

Overview

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Responsible for assisting with the overall operations of The Learning Zone and/or Summer Zone programs

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to daily lesson plan development
• Lead instruction in academic and enhanced education sessions
• Exhibit positive and effective classroom management instruction and disciplinary skills
• Assist with individual plan of study for each child based on his/her needs in collaboration with teachers. school officials and Learning Zone/Summer Zone staff
• Assist with areas of program support services
• Be knowledgeable of the educational and holistic needs and concerns of children and their families
• Provide referral/intervention services
• Assist with statistical data and record keeping
• Assist with transportation when needed
• Attend and/or help plan staff training and volunteer training
• Assist with the development of programming as opportunities present themselves in keeping with the mission and vision of the Dewald Community Center and The Salvation Army.
• Recruit. schedule, orientate, and direct volunteers as needed in coordination with the director
• Represent Dewald Community Center and The Salvation Anny with a high degree of professionalism, interfacing with the educational community to increase awareness while providing networking oppo1iunities and collaborations
• Represent and promote The Salvation Am1y and Dewald Community Center to the community and assist in funding proposals
• Help plan and implement Summer Zone program

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists with oversight of volunteer tutors and student tutors

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor''s degree in education or related field
• Experience working with kids and their families

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Background Check is required through the Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation (BCII)

Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Acceptable job performance includes the completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of The Salvation Army.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.