Part-Time After School Program Assistant
About The Position
Amigos For Kids is a Miami-based nonprofit focused on preventing child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families, and educating communities. Its free afterschool program serves more than 200 children ages 6–12 at sites including Jose Marti Park, Citrus Grove Elementary, and Norwood Elementary, supporting children’s academic, social, and personal growth. Under the supervision of the Youth Services Site Coordinator, the part-time Program Assistant provides program and instructional support at a program site. The position is based at Citrus Grove Elementary School in Miami, Florida, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Flexible work hours are required in keeping with afterschool programming. The work environment may involve distractions and interruptions; the noise level is usually moderate.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Agree to fingerprinting and a Level 2 background check.
- Submit to random drug testing as determined by Amigos For Kids personnel policies and procedures.
- Complete the Department of Children and Families 45-hour training requirement within the first year of employment.
- Agree to attend staff development and training.
- Sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character.
- Have no convictions for a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check.
- Provide references as requested.
- Able to work amid distractions and interruptions while accomplishing objectives and meeting established deadlines.
- Able to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, speak, and hear, and engage in physical activity with members without limitation.
- Able to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing 10–20 pounds; the posting also describes lifting not exceeding 50 pounds.
- Able to move easily and work with children in a variety of environments.
Responsibilities
- Follow up daily on program participant absences.
- Assist with timely submission of program-related documentation by participants.
- Conduct supply inventory.
- Perform administrative duties as needed.
- Provide arrival and dismissal support.
- Provide classroom support as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
