Summer Camp Assistant

Heritage Christian Youth Center  is seeking a caring, dependable, and energeticSchool-Age Assistant Teacher to join our team in St Clairsville, Ohio. This position supports children in Kindergarten through 12 years old in a safe, structured, and engaging before/after school and summer program environment.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with older children, supports independence, and helps create a positive, respectful, and fun learning atmosphere.

Position Overview

The School-Age Assistant Teacher will support Lead Teachers in supervising and engaging children ages 5–12 during before school, after school, school closures, and summer programming. This role focuses on providing structure, encouragement, academic support, and enrichment activities in a Christ-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

Child Supervision & Engagement

• Supervise children during before/after school care, summer camp, and school closure days
• Assist with bus drop-off and pick-up procedures
• Ensure children are safe, accounted for, and appropriately engaged at all times
• Support positive peer interactions and model respectful behavior
• Encourage independence while maintaining appropriate supervision

Educational & Enrichment Support

• Assist with homework help and academic enrichment activities
• Support implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Facilitate creative, physical, and recreational activities
• Encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and positive decision-making

Behavior & Classroom Support

• Help maintain a structured, respectful, and positive environment
• Use redirection and positive guidance strategies when needed
• Support children in developing social-emotional skills and responsibility
• Reinforce classroom and center expectations consistently

Safety & Program Support

• Maintain a safe and organized environment at all times
• Follow all center policies, procedures, and licensing regulations
• Assist in emergency procedures and drills when needed
• Report concerns, incidents, or injuries to Lead Teacher or Administration immediately

Communication & Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers and staff
• Communicate professionally with children, families, and team members
• Support daily routines, transitions, and program schedules

General Competencies

• Engaging, positive, and patient personality
• Ability to work with a wide age range (Kindergarten–12 years)
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, active environment
• Professional handling of confidential information
• Ability to represent KC3 values:
• • Kindness
  • Creativity
  • Caring
  • Cleanliness
• Willingness to exemplify Christ-honoring principles in daily work

Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to:

• Stand, walk, run, bend, reach, and actively engage with children
• Lift up to 50 pounds when needed
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
• Supervise active play environments, including playground and gym settings

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-age children preferred (K–12)
• High school diploma or equivalent required (minimum)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to maintain structure while keeping a positive, engaging tone
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Benefits

• Supportive, faith-based work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Classroom/program budget support (when applicable)
• Growth opportunities within the organization
• Simple IRA available after 1 year of employment

We are looking forward to meeting with you!