Educational Program Assistant - Nonprofit (Temp-to-Hire)

Job Description

Summary/Company Overview:

Our client, a non-profit in the educational field, is hiring Program Assistants. This position is entry-level and is responsible for learning and implementing a full range of activities for both of the organization's programs. There are two locations: Cherry Creek & Belmar, candidates will work at both locations on a rotating basis.

Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (paid through lunch) Monday-Friday.

Compensation: $21.00/hour. Our client offers an excellent benefit package upon hire (Accrued Paid Sick Leave offered during the Temp-to-Hire period).

Responsibilities:

Assists with the direction and delivery of the operations of either of the organization's programs during the school year by answering participants' questions, resolving problems, and overseeing the various activities within the programs

Assigns site orientation and responsibility to adult volunteers

Provides support to educators during their involvement in the program

Assists with marketing of the programs to educators, parent volunteers, and other individuals

Accepts feedback through student, parent, and teacher evaluation forms and communicates feedback to the program directors

Assists with setting up programs, including ensuring all operating materials, forms, equipment, supplies, and products are properly maintained

Completes clean-up and checklist procedure in assigned areas daily

Attends meetings such as staff meetings and other employee meetings required

May perform other duties, including providing administrative support such as word processing, assisting in mailings and answering telephones, and shopping for supplies

May assist with the preparation of school and teacher materials

May assist with special projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skill & Ability:

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with children and adults

Ability to handle stress and maintain discipline while working with 70-140 children per session, ages 10-14 years.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports

Ability to multitask, plan, organize, and carry out assignments within given deadlines

Ability to exercise attention to detail

Proficient using Word, Excel, Microsoft Publisher, and other software

High energy and personable

Education and Experience:

College degree preferred

On-the-job training is provided

One to two years of experience working with children in a learning environment

J. Kent Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer