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After-School Program Leader — Overbrook Educational Center
Organization: After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden
Location: Overbrook Educational Center, 6722 Lansdowne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 2:30 PM–6:00 PM
Work Location: In person
About After-School All-Stars
After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is a leading national nonprofit organization providing free, school-based after-school programming that supports academic achievement, healthy lifestyles, social-emotional development, and enrichment opportunities.
Our Philadelphia & Camden chapter is committed to providing students with safe, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences.
Position Summary
Help students discover, explore, and succeed!
After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden is hiring passionate and dependable After-School Program Leaders at Overbrook Educational Center.
Program Leaders work directly with students to deliver engaging academic, recreational, and enrichment activities while maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
We are especially interested in individuals who enjoy hands-on learning, STEM activities, environmental education, arts, and creative approaches to youth development.
Key Responsibilities
Student Engagement and Supervision
- Supervise students throughout after-school programming.
- Ensure students remain safe, engaged, and appropriately supervised.
- Support positive behavior management and conflict resolution.
- Assist with transitions, snack distribution, and daily routines.
- Promote respect, teamwork, inclusion, and student confidence.
Enrichment and Educational Activities
- Lead academic support, recreational activities, and enrichment lessons.
- Facilitate age-appropriate STEM, science, and creative learning experiences.
- Support hands-on activities involving environmental awareness, plants, gardening, and sustainability.
- Encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving.
- Adapt activities to meet varying student interests and abilities.
Lesson Planning and Collaboration
- Prepare and implement lesson plans under the guidance of the Site Coordinator.
- Organize materials and prepare instructional spaces.
- Collaborate with fellow Program Leaders and school personnel.
- Support special events, student showcases, and family engagement activities.
Documentation and Professionalism
- Maintain accurate attendance records.
- Follow organizational safety policies and reporting procedures.
- Maintain professional communication with students, families, and colleagues.
- Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
- Keep activity areas clean, safe, and organized.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet both requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A minimum of two years of verifiable experience working with children.
Additional requirements:
- Ability to manage and supervise groups of school-age children.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong reliability, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Ability to follow student safety procedures and organizational policies.
- Ability to successfully complete required background checks, clearances, and training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in after-school programs, summer camps, schools, or youth development settings.
- Background or interest in STEM, gardening, botany, environmental science, or outdoor education.
- Experience facilitating group activities or hands-on learning.
- Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.
- Coursework in education, child development, science, or related fields.
Compensation and Schedule
- $16.00–$18.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Part-time, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
Equal Employment Opportunity
After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18