After School Program Front Desk Lead (Oakland Schools)

The purpose of the Front Desk and Safety lead is to monitor student release and assess school safety at all times during our Expanded Learning Program. This position follows safety and security protocols of the agency and the school site to ensure there are no trespassers on site and that students are released only to authorized adults. Commitment to continuous youth development and connection to our communities and families are our top priorities.

$500 signing bonus after 90 days of successful continuous employment

Pay range: $22-$24 an hour DOE

Hours: 12-22per week

Sites: Hillcrest and Lockwood (please select your site of interest on your application)

Qualifications:
● Must pass criminal background check and TB test clearance
● Must meet be able to work everyday during after school hours and commit to an academic school year
● Must be able to work independently or as a member of a team
● Must be able to communicate openly in a professional manner with program coordinator, students, parents, community partners, and after school and school day staff
● Ability to handle multiple priorities and strict deadlines.

Responsibilities: (responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to)
● Be physically available at the front desk sign out table daily during program
● Complete daily safety rounds to ensuring all gates and doors are secured during transition times
● Assist Program Coordinator with all safety incidents, crises and drills as they come up and help support with communicating with the district and agency.
● Monitoring sign in and sign out procedures, ensuring adults are on authorized sign out lists
● Serve as a resource to staff, students and community by ensuring front desk is fully stocked
● Serve as the “face” of the program and agency, engaging briefly with families daily
● Ensure sign in and out sheets are completed correctly and completely by staff and parents/families
● Responsible for locking all entryways to school site, based on school protocols
● Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter the site during program hours
● Engage with parents on a daily basis and build strong relationships with families and community members
● Support with individual students who may need a break from program
● Follow and practice BACR policies and procedures listed in Instructor and agency handbook.
● Ensure students do not leave campus, monitor and assess all activity in neighborhood and communicate any emergencies or concerns appropriately based on agency protocol
● Speech, behavior and attire must be appropriate, professional and kid friendly
● Actively collaborate and participate in all Program events, performances and activities.
● Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high degree of integrity
● Serve as a role model to other staff and stakeholders.
● Attend all leadership meetings and trainings
● Other duties, as assigned, by director supervisor