Polytechnic Extended Program Staff

Schedule: Part-Time position, generally weekdays 2:30-6:15 pm August 17-June 9 The Polytechnic Extended Program (PEP) co-creates a space where students practice the skills needed to be contributing members of our school community and the world. PEP serves this purpose by providing directed activities and unstructured time with trained and caring staff members. PEP operates daily after-school programs as well as occasional special event or full-day support. A PEP staff member works within a dedicated and collaborative team to provide student supervision and ensure the safety of all community members. About Polytechnic School: An independent, coeducational college-preparatory school in Pasadena, CA. Polytechnic School offers a broad curriculum in the liberal arts for students in kindergarten through grade 12. Founded in 1907, the school enrolls approximately 880 students from diverse ethnic, racial, religious, and economic backgrounds. The mission of Polytechnic School is to develop the intellect, talents, and character of each student in a community of learning dedicated to principles of academic excellence that values the uniqueness and dignity of each member and fosters personal responsibility and service to others. We are committed to honesty, justice, charity, and the pursuit of knowledge. We respect the dignity and worth of all human beings — their thoughts, their feelings, and their individuality. We seek to celebrate the joy, the love, and the creativity that emanate from the human spirit. We strive to be responsible and contributing members of our families, our school community, and the world. The Poly community appreciates the cultural, ethnic, and economic diversity present in the Pasadena area and strives to reflect it. Members of the Poly community appreciate and learn from individual differences, foster the ability to disagree with civility, and embody courtesy and compassion. Responsibilities Supervise children and create a quality program Actively engage students in positive activities Encourage individuality and creativity in students Assist students with conflict resolution Foster an inclusive, creative, and engaging environment grounded in care for young learners. Encourage understanding and sensitivity to students’ surroundings Encourage respect for individuals and their differences Set and maintain appropriate boundaries Identify and meet students’ needs Make meaningful connections with a growing variety of students Be sensitive to and guide students through changing and strong emotions Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving Develop opportunities for interaction between students and staff Provide opportunities for students so that each individual experiences success Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns Help each participant meet the goals established by the program for student development Carry out PEP programs Help prepare and close the program area(s) each day Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of common program areas Guide students towards successful participation in all activities Carry out established roles in enforcing safety regulations Plan, prepare, and implement scheduled activities as assigned Instruct students in emergency procedures Help students plan their participation in special events and activities Assist in teaching or leading an activity, as assigned Fulfill other staff administrative roles Prepare for and actively participates in staff training and meetings Encourage respect for personal property, school equipment, and facilities Maintain good public relations with students' parents, school personnel and general public Model kindness and empathy alongside leadership and collaboration Communicate information appropriately and in a timely manner Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude Follow directions, reason logically Use a proactive approach when problem solving, taking appropriate initiative Engage robustly in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote a healthy learning environment Perform other duties as assigned Physical requirements and work environment Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges Work while standing or sitting for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds Ability to play sports and games with students Work outdoors with no temperature control and in a wide array of indoor spaces Equal Opportunity Employer: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, Poly will recruit, hire, train, and promote faculty and staff without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition and physical or mental disability (whether perceived or actual), or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. School policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. The successful applicant will demonstrate flexibility A positive growth mindset Passion for working with children Outstanding communication skills Youth development experience and a working knowledge of child development is highly valued Any additional skills, training, certifications, or experience in relevant areas (i.e., art, athletics, games, literacy, ACCT, teaching, etc.) will be an additional asset