Program Assistant, U.S. Dream Academy

Posted by on February 24, 2014

Program Assistant, U.S. Dream Academy
Posted on: February 6, 2014

Job description
JOB TITTLE: Program Assistant

LOCATION: Philadelphia Dream Academy Learning Center

HOURS: 25 Hours per week

REPORTS TO: Center Director

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Center Director, the Program Assistant is responsible for assisting with the academic enrichment program, social values building program, as well as various administrative tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, Program Assistant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and education required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Must have a pleasant attitude; Ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults; Understand issues surrounding incarceration and the impact on families; Excellent organizational skills; Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects to meet simultaneous deadlines; Proficiency in MS Office applications, database and spreadsheet software; Proficiency in internet and social media applications.

Education and Experience – High School diploma or equivalent; Two to three years experience working with children in an academic setting; Previous experience working with children who live in at-risk communities; Previous clerical experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Assist Education Specialist with the preparation of resources and materials for daily lesson plans, activities and other coordinated projects:

Prepare and distribute snacks as instructed
Complete weekly documentation of food services/snacks
Assist with transitioning students through activities
Assist with student’s homework, multimedia courseware and other activities
Regularly update attendance in Salesforce
Assist with managing student behavior
Ensure student work areas and common areas are clean and free of clutter
Ensure that instructional supplies are in stock (paper, pencils, art supplies, etc.)
2) Assist Education Specialist in delivering the daily curriculum which encompasses the Dream Academy’s three core elements of student enrichment; skill-building, character-building, and dream-building.

3) Assist Education Specialist with implementing pre- and post-academic assessments.

4) Assist with generating academic assessment reports using SuccessMaker.

5) Maintain accurate filing system (student registration, mentor applications, etc.)

6) Monitor daily attendance and mentor session attendance, maintaining daily sign-in sheets.

7) Monitor the efficient functioning of computer software applications and hardware, promptly reporting problems and assisting with alternate plans to work around technology issues.

8) Assist Center Director with student recruitment initiatives (e.g., DALC special events, community and school events).

9) Attend semi-annual National Staff Training conferences.

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