The School District of Clayton is seeking full-time Assistant Site Leader's for the before and after school program (Clayton Kid Zone) for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidates will be responsible for assisting the Site Leader with effective program management, along with program and curriculum planning for the individual site. Takes the lead position when the Site Leader or Program Coordinator is not present. This is a ten-month position. Scheduled hours for this position are 6:45-8:30 am and 3:00-6:00 pm (shifts may vary), plus additional hours for planning time, full-day programs, early release days, professional development, and meetings.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL:

Works in conjunction with the Site Leader in these areas of responsibilities and others as assigned:

• Assists the Site Leader in supervising a before/after school program at one of the district’s elementary schools.
• Organizes and uses a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each child, individually and in group settings.
• Guide and direct Site Assistants in carrying out their responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and school staff and personnel.
• Guide Site Assistants in disciplinary matters and other interactions with children and/or parents.
• Assist Site Leader with supervising Site Assistants.
• Care for medical and other emergencies.
• Design and maintains an attractive, orderly, and safe environment that is conducive to student learning.
• Assist with implementing weekly program activities and incident/accident reports.
• Keep Site Leader updated daily on activities and incidents.
• Keep Site Leader informed of the performance level of each employee in the Site Leader’s absence.
• Complete the required administrative tasks such as attendance/enrollment procedures, and any other tasks necessary for the program.
• Assist Site Leader/Program Coordinator in staff development and in the planning and conduction of staff meetings.
• Participate in trainings, conferences, and workshops for professional development.
• Maintain accurate records with Site Leader approval:

            Student:

• Sign-in/out
• Accident Procedure Forms – Fill out on students when necessary.
• Incident Reports – Document incidents; include children’s names, date and staff signature.
• Familiar with staff and parent handbooks.
• Model appropriate dynamics and student interactions. Use direct intervention as is necessary and appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate staff/student ratios.
• Notify Site Leader of needed supplies and snacks.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Site Leader and/or Program Coordinator.

Education: A bachelor’s degree in education or child development is preferred.

Certification: Must hold or be eligible for and obtain a Missouri substitute certificate.

Experience: Prior teaching experience or experience in a comparable program is preferred.

Compensation:  District provides its staff with highly-competitive salary. Salary Schedule

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Work Calendar:  192 day calendar. 

To be considered as a candidate you must complete all steps in the application process. These steps include completing the online application, uploading your cover letter, resume and transcripts, and listing three current references. You may receive an initial screening interview invitation from SparkHire.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

It is the policy of the School District of Clayton not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law, in its programs or employment practices as required by the Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Full Non-Discrimination Disclosure