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After School Program Assistant

Job Description

POSITION VACANCY: After School Program Assistant

Supervisor: Youth Program Coordinator

Status: Part-time Temporary (August – May)

Schedule: Monday – Friday 2:30 – 6:30 pm (subject to change as necessary)

General Duties: Boiling Spring Lakes After School Program Assistant is responsible for:
     Supervision of approximately 10 student participants, of various ages at all times.
      Implementing activities for assigned group and following policies and procedures of the parks & recreation department.
      Supervision of children’s planned activities - some tutoring of elementary studies may also be required.
      Assisting daily in the set-up and clean-up for each session.
      ACTIVE interaction with camp participants during activities. This is MANDATORY.

Requirements: Must be a high school senior or have received a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience supervising youth in educational or recreational setting is preferred. Basic First Aid/CPR/AED certified or have the ability to become certified prior to reporting to work. Must be self-motivated and independent to complete routine tasks as well as energetic and enthusiastic to be able to motivate and entertain campers for a full day. Assistants must be comfortable participating in all activities alongside their assigned children. Drug Screening and Background Check are required prior to employment.

Hours of Work:
Schedule will vary depending on school and special events schedule. Position is temporary part-time -- 20 hours per week. You must be able to work from August 22nd through June 1st . The program assistant is eligible to continue work through the summer as a Summer Camp Counselor if desired. The program assistant may also work other department events and activities in the evenings and on weekends. This position does not qualify for city medical or retirement benefits.

Pay: $13.00 per hour