from the office of Dr. Paul G. Young, Executive Director

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Job Postings - 21st CCLC to Open Mid-August 2007 at the Cedar Community Learning Center sponsored by the West After School Center
21st CCLC Program Site Director	Must have a minimum associate or bachelor degree in education; responsible for day-to-day management and administration of program curriculum, staff, and students, both before and after school. - Full time at Cedar Heights.
Social Worker	Must have degree in school social work or background and experience that would otherwise qualify the candidate for working with students and family social needs. - Full time at Cedar Heights
Academic Coaches	Must have degree in education, possess a substitute license, be a senior in good standing in a collegiate education program, or possess career and life experience that would qualify the candidate for the position. - 15 hrs. per week, approx. 3-6 p.m. at Cedar Heights. 4-6 positions needed.
Paraprofessionals	Program assistants. Hourly rate for designated hours as needed. High school diploma or GED required. Provide assistance for program implementation.
All applicants must complete a background check, medical authorization, 3 references, a completed application, and show proof of current training in Child abuse, Communicable disease, First aide, CPR, and Child development as required by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
TO APPLY, or to learn more, call 740-653-5678.
SUMMER CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
The West After School Center continues to accept applications for its summer childcare program (safe, clean, fun, affordable, and air-conditioned). The center is open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to accommodate the needs of working parents. Meals and snacks are included in the weekly cost of the care. Any school age child (entering grades 1-6) from Lancaster or surrounding areas may register. Families that are eligible for Title XX benefits may have a portion or all of their weekly costs reduced. This program service will operate until Friday, August 17. Enrollment is slowly growing each week. Students will be able to participate in daily fun classes and activities at the WASC, take walking field trips, and maintain and advance their learning skills throughout the summer. To inquire about weekly costs, attendance requirements, and price breaks for siblings, contact Aime Azbell at the WASC, 653-5678. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
For children entering Grades K-6 6:00 am to 6:00 pm  Monday thru Friday thru August 17, 2007	Summer Program Fees Eligible families are encouraged to apply for childcare reimbursement (Title XX) from the Fairfield County Job and Family Services to reduce child care costs significantly. For those that qualify for those reimbursements, childcare payments must be established with JFS before enrollment. For those that choose to self pay, the first week’s payment must be received at time of enrollment. Tuition $125 per week; $100 per week (second and subsequent siblings) Tuition is charged a flat rate, regardless of hours participating Enrollment for summer includes the first week’s fees and completed registration forms. Applications will only be accepted in person at the West After School Center office 620 Garfield Avenue, 653-5678. Ask for Aime Azbell.
		We thank WASC Board Member Tim Huston for helping connect us to the Fraternal Order of Police who donated free tickets for our students to use to an upcoming concert at the Fairgrounds. Karl Tatman, FOP and City Council President, presenting 40 tickets to the Highway 101 Concert on August 11 at the Fairgrounds.
We appreciate the generosity of the friends of the West After School Center Board of Directors for enabling the WASC to have a presence and visibility within the community in the Lancaster Festival Booklet. You'll find that ad on page 80 of this year's souvenir booklet.