21st Century Community Learning Centers
Team Leader
at Smithland Elementary and Skyline Middle Schools
The 21st Century Community Learning Centers at Smithland Elementary and Skyline
Middle Schools (Harrisonburg) seeks talented, dynamic and diverse candidates to serve
as part-time Team Leaders with students in grades K-8 after school.
Team Leader positions start Monday, January 31st.
Team Leaders will serve as lead staff for NEW Smithland and Skyline out of school time programs.
These engaging, dedicated, and caring adults will work closely with students and their families to
strengthen students’ academic achievement and support their overall social development. Each Team
Leader is responsible for leading approximately 12-15 students through purposeful programming
including: structured homework time, academic enrichment, special topics, sports and other physical
activity.
About 21st Century Community Learning Centers at Smithland Elementary and Skyline Middle Schools
21st Century Community Learning Centers at Smithland Elementary (K-4) and Skyline Middle (5-8)
Schools offer wide-ranging, intensive academic, athletic and career oriented opportunities that emphasize
a joy of learning, cooperation and focused effort. These programs build on school day experiences and
support students’ growth as scholars, athletes and citizens while improving academic achievement and
enhancing social development. Family engagement and adult education are also central to all 21st
Century programming, as our efforts as educators are enhanced by well-informed parents and guardians.
These 21st Century programs are results-oriented. All programming is focused on improving students’
academic knowledge, skills and SOL performance, social skills (e.g. leadership, cooperation) and
community connections by making learning relevant to current and future opportunities. 21st Century
programs strive to increase family involvement in the educational process through special events and
adult education. All programs rely on a myriad of staff, including qualified out of school educators,
school teachers, faculty, college students, community volunteers all who may serve as tutors, mentors
and specialty course leaders.
About 21st Century Community Learning Centers
21st Century Community Learning Centers is a federally funded, state-administered program that
“supports the creation of opportunities for academic enrichment during non-school hours for children,
particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. The program helps students
meet state and local standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and mathematics; offers
students enrichment activities that complement regular academic programs; and offers literacy and other
educational services to the families of participating children” For more information about 21 st Century
Community Learning Centers, visit their website at:
www.doe.virginia.gov/federal_programs/esea/title4/index.shtml.
Team Leader Roles
YOUTH DEVELOPER - Team Leaders build strong relationships with their students, serving as positive
mentors and role models by encouraging joy of learning, cooperation, focused effort and developing
students’ leadership ability. Team Leaders work closely with families, teachers, and community
members in support of student achievement and growth.
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER- By using clear, consistent learning procedures, engaging activities, lesson
plans, effective engagement strategies and appropriate management practices Team Leaders create a
safe, positive learning environment that appreciates each unique student and celebrates their
accomplishments. Team Leaders are academic coaches who motivate students to succeed by leading
and teaching students through varied learning environments and experiences.
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21st Century Community Learning Centers
Team Leader
at Smithland Elementary and Skyline Middle Schools
COMMUNITY BUILDER - Team Leaders create new learning opportunities by making community
connections, serving as a professional and reliable bridge between the schools and the broader
community. This may involve recruiting homework help tutors, setting up field trips and encouraging
citizens to volunteer by teaching a specialty course about their profession or hobby.
Successful Team Leader applicants will have:
 Knowledge and Commitment to the programs’ mission and goals
 Demonstrated ability to engage children in groups
 Commitment to student achievement and youth development
 Academic skills – willingness to learn students’ math and language arts content
 Coaching skills and ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
 Problem solving skills
 Community building skills
 Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse groups of people
 Proficiency in Spanish a plus
Hours, Compensation and Application
Team Leaders work approximately 10-12 hours per week and MUST be available between 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Monday-Thursday and occasionally other times as required for meetings, trainings and special family
events in the evenings.
Pay range is $11-$17 per hour depending on education level, qualifications and experiences. Training and
support will be provided by the Program Director, JMU and HCPS. Team Leaders are James Madison
University employees.
The TEAM LEADER APPLICATION is available online at: http://www.jmu.edu/coe/ltle/
Please complete and return your application and resume via email to Brent Holsinger, Program Director,
at bholsinger@harrisonburg.k12.va.us. You may contact Mr. Holsinger with questions regarding the
position at 540-246-9210.