Before/After Care Counselor - Independence Academy

Charter School Associates Inc•Dover, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Before/After Care Counselor will supervise and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated by the Aftercare Director. This role involves creating a positive and conducive learning environment, preparing and leading activities, and ensuring the safety and well-being of students. The counselor will also be responsible for taking attendance, assisting with snack distribution and cleanup, and participating in dismissal procedures, including verifying identification of authorized pick-up adults.

Requirements

A minimum of one to five years related experience
High School diploma or equivalency
Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Organized, energetic, innovative and professional.
Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

Supervises and instructs assigned classes in the locations and the times designated by the Aftercare Director.
Takes attendance.
Follows the provided schedule and curriculum program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students to which they are assigned.
Creates an environment that is conducive to learning in a creative way and is appropriate to the maturity level of the students to which they are assigned.
Prepares activities for the classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation for these activities on a weekly basis.
Assists in the distribution of snacks and clean up.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Maintains a professional attitude at all times.
Participates in dismissal procedures at the end of Aftercare, ensuring that each student leaves with the appropriate adult. (ID is REQUIRED even if they know the person picking up and must be verified with the pick-up list).
Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs as required.
Supervises all activities to ensure safety at all times.