For My Kidz- Outreach Coordinator - City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development

Hire Up is a paid work experience opportunity.

• 6 months, with paid job readiness training

• Includes supportive services and job placement assistance

• Work with city agencies and nonprofit organizations

Primary Function
The Teacher's Aide is responsible for supporting the Teaching Lead in the Aftercare Program, carrying out the provisions and policies in implementing developmentally appropriate programs and learning experiences for those children attending the For My Kidz Aftercare Program.

Reports to: Executive Director, Operations Director, and Community Engagement Director

Duties and Responsibilities
● Assist in age-appropriate activities and experiences in accordance with the understood practices and goals of the After School Program
● Assist in activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children attending the program
● Maintain expectations of daily routine and a pleasant, stress free environment
● Care for, supervise, and facilitate children in the classrooms, on walks, and on the playground
● Ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained; provide a secure environment for the children to feel comfortable; report any issues to FMK Leadership
● Perform light housekeeping duties when necessary and as situations arise
● Treat all children with dignity and respect; ise guidance and discipline strategies that are consistent with positive parenting and protocol in place
● Engage in behaviors conducive to team building with other staff, such as open communication, encouragement, support and tolerance of each other

Qualifications
● HS Diploma, or HS Certificate earning program as major in high school
● First Aid and CPR certified
● Wear proper attire, consistent with business casual dress code at all times
● Experience working with children
● Organization and communication skills
● Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
● Possess a driver's license and have own transportation
● Positive appearance, attitude, and presentation with a strict sense of confidentiality
● Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality is required and a condition of employment