Title: Site MentorPerformance Profile Source: Full-time (Non-Exempt) 40 hours/week Reports to: Program DirectorPrimary Functions: Responsible for ensuring a high quality, positive learning environment for children by mentoring After School and Camp Lead and Assistant Teachers , side-by-side onboarding, training, and professional development of teaching teams, bringing expertise in curriculum design and pedagogical best practice, and managing challenging behaviors in children. Outstanding Child ExperienceAccountable for children experiencing a positive, supportive, child-centered, play-based learning environmentSupports clear communication, organization, and planning around classroom schedules and calendarsPrioritizes child safety in all aspects of programEnsures developmentally appropriate curricula that align with children's interests and reflects values of equity, diversity, and the children's home cultures and lived experiencesActively engages with childrenBuilds positive, professional relationships with familiesManages escalation of child and/or family support Ensures implementation and alignment of curriculum and child experience with the planning and expectations of the Program DirectorsLeadershipMentors Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers to ensure pedagogical best practicesActively plans for and supports Teachers' learning and professional growth and goalsTrains new Teachers in basic classroom activities, management, and daily logisticsSchedules, plans, and runs room meetingsModels a high level of professionalism, including direct communication, use of EQ skills, and maintaining confidentiality and boundariesEnsures compliance with pertinent regulationsContributes to performance evaluations for TeachersSupports HR best practices on their teaching teamsManages teaching team dynamics and crucial conversationsCollaborates closely with the Program DirectorOrganizational IntegrityExemplifies and reinforces LASER's cultural values and high level of professionalismMaintains professional boundaries, confidentiality, and appropriate lines of communicationEnsures Laser values and pedagogical best practices regarding curriculum and equity are reflected and implemented daily in the classrooms and in interactions with children and familiesMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree requiredMinimum four years of experience working with children in K-5 Minimum two years of experience mentoring/in leadership roleBe punctual, organized, consistent, and able to take initiativeDemonstrated experience and passion for child development, child care advocacy and/or educational paradigmsReflective thinker who approaches challenging situation with a lens of inquiry, empathy, and curiosityFamiliarity with DCYF licensing requirements Well-developed interpersonal and group skills, collaborative nature, outstanding communication skills Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance Able to switch gears quickly and deal with multiple issues with consistent clarity and thoroughnessExhibits a high level of professionalism at all times, including in communication and boundary-settingCollaborates effectively with colleaguesMaintains a disposition toward leadership developmentOpen to feedback and seeks professional growth Willing to complete necessary continuing education credits per licensing requirements