Kinder Activity Leader Position Description

Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach Kinder Activity Leader Position Description

Mission: To empower and enable all young people, especially those who need us most to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible adults.

Position Description:

Job Title: Kinder Activity Leader

Classification: Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: Monday - Friday, 2:15pm-6:00 pm, Wednesday 1:15-6:00pm

Reports to: Early Childhood and Families Services Director

Contact: Faye Cartmale, Chief Human Resources Officer

Locations: Laguna Beach (Canyon Branch)

Primary Function: Under the supervision of the Site Director, the Kinder activity leader will assist the program directors to implement and supervise activities for youth ages 4 – 6 years old. Guiding members to participate in recreational games, activities and organized sports to learn basic game/sports fundamentals, good sportsmanship and development of healthy lifestyles in a safe, fun and creative environment. Facilitating craft activities, imaginary play, music and games. Adhere to safety policies and procedures, sanitation procedures, CPR/First Aid recertification, amended first aid response procedures, protection from infection protocols, etc.

Key Roles:

• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes.
• Promote and stimulate program participation.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Demonstrates leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of club members.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the facility at all times.

Expectations:

• Serve as an ambassador and role model demonstrating our mission and values in a positive and professional manner.
• Commit to building a safe, child-focused community.
• Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
• Take initiative to analyze and solve problems.

Skills/knowledge Required:

• High School Diploma or GED or attending college or re-entering the job market.
• Experience working with children/youth/teens.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.