Program Assistant – Varied Schedule | Paid Training Provided
About The Position
Snapology of Lancaster is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic Assistant Program Facilitator to work with children aged 4-14. This role involves leading hands-on building, creative, and problem-solving programs. No prior teaching certification or classroom management experience is required, as the company provides paid training, curriculum, materials, and ongoing support. The position offers a flexible, part-time schedule with opportunities for advancement to a Program Facilitator role for those who demonstrate readiness. The work environment includes the Snapology Discovery Center as well as 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
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
