Before & After School Counselor @ Oakland Avenue Charter School

Discover After School•Oakland, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Discover After School is hiring a part-time Before & After School Counselor at Oakland Avenue Charter School. The role involves creating a safe, fun environment for elementary-aged students and supporting their discovery and growth through the program’s activities. Counselors help meet children’s physical, emotional, and educational needs, implement the daily curriculum and schedule, and contribute feedback each week. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from November 2026 through May 2027. Morning Care runs from 6:45 AM to 9:00 AM. After Care runs from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, or from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM on Wednesdays. All positions are part-time, with the possibility of full-time hours. Compensation is $15.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly. Work takes place at Oakland Avenue Charter School, 456 E Oakland Ave, Oakland, Florida 34760. Discover After School’s main employment period is August through June, with seasonal camp opportunities during school breaks. Camp staffing depends on student enrollment and employee interest, and managers select counselors based on work ethic and reliability. At the end of the school year, employees are surveyed about returning; employees with a good recommendation from their manager are guaranteed a position for the next school year.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a high school diploma.
Must pass criminal background and drug screenings.
Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within 30 days of employment.
Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills in English are required.
Strong communication skills for interacting with children and administration.
Eagerness to learn.
Motivation, enthusiasm, patience, responsibility, and dedication to improving program performance and impact.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities for daily challenges.
Respect children, parents, and staff across differences including race, creed, abilities, religion, and sexual orientation.
Flexibility to perform additional tasks as required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
One year of experience with children.
First Aid certification.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent service to students, families, co-workers, and school administration.
Meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of children in their care.
Work as part of a team and build and maintain healthy, cooperative relationships.
Communicate positively and effectively with the Site Director, and promptly report concerns.
Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety of children, parents, and staff.
Model positive behavior and educate children in ways that contribute to mature and responsible behavior.
Complete required Discover After School and government training within the required timeframe.
Implement the curriculum and schedule provided each day and provide weekly feedback.
Attend meetings pertinent to the position.
Oversee and participate in cleaning and maintaining facilities, equipment, and areas used.
Perform additional tasks as needed or requested.
Wear the assigned staff uniform and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
Uphold safety procedures and follow scheduled activities and policies.