Program Assistant – Varied Schedule | Paid Training Provided

Snapology of Lancaster and Reading • Lancaster, PA

60d • Hybrid

About The Position

Snapology of Lancaster is looking for a dependable, enthusiastic Assistant Program Facilitator who enjoys working with children and is interested in learning how to lead engaging, hands-on programs. No teaching certification or previous classroom-management experience is required. We provide paid training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support. Applicants with previous experience independently leading and managing groups of children may be considered for a Program Facilitator position with a higher starting pay rate. Programs take place both at the Snapology Discovery Center in Lancaster and at local schools and community partner locations.

Requirements

• Genuinely enjoys working with children
• Is friendly, patient, dependable, and enthusiastic
• Has flexibility to work daytime, evening, and Saturday shifts
• Is willing to learn and comfortable receiving coaching
• Communicates well and works effectively as part of a team
• Has reliable transportation to the Snapology Discovery Center and local program locations
• Can lift and carry program materials weighing up to 20 pounds
• Can obtain and maintain required Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse, and FBI federal background clearances
• Has current Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid certification or is willing to obtain required certification after hire

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience independently leading and managing groups of children

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on building, creative, and problem-solving programs for children ages 4–14
• Support and engage children while reinforcing expectations and creating a positive environment
• Receive paid training in program facilitation and group management
• Help prepare, set up, clean, sort, and organize program materials
• Work with children at the Snapology Discovery Center and travel to local schools and community locations for field trips, programs, and special events
• Communicate positively with children, families, coworkers, and community partners

Benefits

• Paid training
• Curriculum
• Materials
• Ongoing support

What This Job Offers

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