After School for Kids Activity Leader

County of Roanoke Virginia • Roanoke, VA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible recreational and clerical work in accordance with the program standards for children and/or youth at an assigned location. Responsible for organizing, planning and engaging in organized recreational activities with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Organizes and schedules activities to include appropriate games, music, arts and crafts. Collects fees. Performs other duties as assigned. Shift Hours and/or Days worked: Monday-Friday, 1:45-6:00pm Hours Required for this position: 21.25

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college level courses or six month’s programmatic experience with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or eleven (11) through thirteen (13).
• Must have current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or obtain same after employment.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.
• General knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children ages five (5) through twelve (12) in a child care setting and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13).
• Ability to deal effectively with participants, encouraging participation in the various activities; and develop and maintain effective relationships with other employees, activity participants and the general public.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results.
• Following a conditional offer of employment, must submit to a Tuberculosis test.
• Must also be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience working with children in a structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and conducts or participates in games, music, arts, crafts, playground and other appropriate activities.
• Collects fees.
• Supervises all activities to ensure the protection and safety of all participants.
• Provides a positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior using age-appropriate limits and choices
• Encourages children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community
• Teaches good eating habits and personal hygiene
• Ensures children have proper rest periods
• Ensures each child has individualized support in each activity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED