AFTERCARE SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Carolina Day School • Asheville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A core component of our program is providing engaging, hands-on, project-based lessons for our students. We look for experienced, professional individuals with the ability to implement strategies to engage students in active learning through non-traditional methods in our six-week summer enrichment program. Each staff member must work as a team player to help fulfill the Horizons mission. It is our hope that Horizons staff members will return to the program for multiple summers as we continue to support our students and build community within the program. This position is full time during the six weeks of the program.

Requirements

• Experience working with elementary-age children.
• Experience working with children from a variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong passion for working with youth and making a difference in the lives of students from underserved communities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Resume, background check, and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Caring for approximately students during the 3pm - 6pm window of our six-week summer enrichment program.
• Help to develop and lead daily, active, hands-on activities involving play and art and sports
• Set up and maintain interior and exterior spaces that create positive experiences.
• Work in partnership with other aftercare support personnel and volunteers.
• Supervise all daily snacks with the students.
• Attend all training sessions prior to the start of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed