KidsKlub Supervisor (before/after school care program, part-time)

Mt. Prospect Park District•Mount Prospect, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mt. Prospect Park District is seeking part-time KidsKlub Supervisors to oversee and engage with children in their before and after school care program. Reporting to the KidsKlub Site Director and the Early Childhood and Youth Supervisor, this role involves supervising school-aged children, planning, organizing, and executing daily activities. The position requires availability during the school year (August through June), Monday through Friday, with specific morning and afternoon hours, and potential for additional hours on school holidays. The starting pay is $15.00+ per hour, with additional benefits like facility privileges.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must be a current High School Student, High School graduate, or have received a GED.
Must be able to work August through June (school year), Monday through Friday, at 7:15am-9:00am, and/or 3:15pm-6:00pm (2:15pm start time on Wednesdays if available).
Additional hours will be required for days off of school programming.
Must be able to care for, work and relate to children.
Must possess the capacity to provide a high level of customer service to participants/parents/caregivers.
Must be able to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees, children and the general public.
Must be able to work with general direction from an immediate supervisor.
Must possess the capacity to work and maintain composure in periods of high activity and in emergency situations.
Must possess the capacity to follow through on tasks to completion.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships and communication with supervisors and co-workers.
Must be able to demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work.
Must possess the capacity to be self-motivated and achieve assigned goals.
Must be able to speak loudly and clearly in a large group setting.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safety and recreational programming for the participants of the program.
Implement age-appropriate weekly lesson plans created by KidsKlub Site Director that include theme days, special crafts, and other activities.
Maintain a commitment to the development of each child’s self-esteem by providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment through leading age-appropriate activities.
Assist with daily KidsKlub program preparation and closing procedures.
Enforce KidsKlub policies and implement behavior management plans as needed.
Administer basic first aid, when required.
Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.
Be familiar with and abide by District policies and procedures.
Integrate all participants in a positive and respectful manner.
Remain actively engaged with children including playing games, talking with children and leading activities.
Perform the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, and handbook.
Attend required training and meetings.
Dress in appropriate attire in accordance with District policies. District-issued lanyards are required to be worn at all times.
Limit use of cell phones to emergencies only.
Maintain a neat and orderly work environment, return supplies and equipment to the appropriate location when finished.
Perform additional functions as assigned which may be considered essential.
All other duties as assigned by the Youth Program Supervisor, Early Childhood & Youth Manager, Director of Recreation and /or Executive Director, however, in an emergency, perform all other duties as required.