CREATE Program Facilitator

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. 

What we offer: 

· Salary: $43,000 - $45,000

· Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

· Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

· PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. 

· 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. 

· Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. 

· $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

· Employee Assistance Program

· Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

· Tuition reimbursement program

· Training and career development.

· Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

Provide a safe, enriching, and engaging environment for our children within the CREATE program using positive behavior supports, creative play, interactive and innovative lessons, and academic enrichment. Oversee and plan daily activities, prepare learning materials, and help students with homework. Create progress reports to inform parents about their child's studies and personal development.

Encourage social, physical, and intellectual growth within children and possess a strategic mindset. Ultimately, a top-notch after-school teacher should be a friendly, approachable individual with a passion for teaching and excellent communication skills.

Essential Responsibilities:

Classroom Responsibilities

1. Create innovative and engaging lessons that align with the CREATE core objectives and goals for children.
2. Oversee daily lesson plans and activities that focus on developing children's social and motor skills.
3. Assist children with assignments and homework, such as reading, writing, and math.
4. Prepare learning materials and equipment, such as books, arts and crafts, stationery, and other supplies as needed.
5. Interact with children to provide guidance, emotional support, and motivation to complete tasks.
6. Monitor students to ensure their safety and well-being by utilizing Trauma-Informed Behavior Support (TIBS) and Positive Behavior Supports as interventions with trauma-informed care principles to decrease reactivity, help create an environment of empathy and attunement, and promote positive relationships and pro-social skill building.
7. Implement tier-one behavior protocols and appropriate classroom management.
8. Create monthly or quarterly progress reports to monitor children's scholastic development and personal growth.
9. Meet with parents to discuss their children's performance and any areas in need of improvement.
10. Maintain an organized and clean classroom environment and ensure students conduct themselves appropriately.
11. Ensure that all school rules, policies, and guidelines are adhered to in the classroom.
12. Prepare and distribute snacks or meals.
13. Identify any potential high magnitude behaviors or emotional issues and report them to the appropriate parties.
14. Provide first-aid or emergency care as needed.

Administration

1. Maintain updated paperwork, documentation, and information about families and children in your care.
2. Take individualized notes on student activities and progress in the program weekly.
3. Assist in the orientation and mentoring of new staff and volunteers. 
4. Maintain daily and weekly administration (sign in/out book and daily attendance log, weekly lesson plans, accident/incident reports, driving logs, permission slips, etc.).
5. Maintain inventory of supplies and complete requisitions of all needed supplies. 
6. Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule to ensure program needs are being met.

Other:

1. Keep confidential records according to the Ethical Boundaries for Those That Serve. Maintain professional boundaries.
2. Participate in Metropolitan Ministries' holiday efforts, Bridge Builders, and other fundraising events when needed. Provide tours of the facilities and speak on behalf of Metropolitan Ministries as required.
3. Support the team and the Manager in other tasks as assigned.
4. Meet professional goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals as stated on the KPI and in the annual plan. Attend required staff meetings and ongoing trainings. 
5. Complete other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in teaching, early childhood education, or a social services-related field or an associate’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience in the fields of social services or education. Experience working with children and parents is required.

Skills Requirements:

Must be able to work effectively with children and parents. Ability to foster a fun and safe classroom environment conducive to learning. Strong knowledge of child behavior and learning patterns. Ability to work with children and remain friendly, calm, and patient at all times. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to set rules and guidelines for children to follow. Solid organizational skills and the ability to maintain a tidy classroom. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Access, Word, and Excel, is required. 

Physical Requirements:

Hearing and speaking ability, which allows for effective oral communication; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job-related issues and stress. Ability to understand, prepare, and organize files.

Other:

Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be available to work during after-school hours and evenings as required. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to transport oneself and clients when necessary.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. 

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [email protected]

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