Youth Programs Substitute

ABOUT US

Come work with us! Leroy Springs & Co. is committed to providing fundamental access to recreation and education in the region, home to the historic Springs Cotton Mills. We are a family of brands rooted in nonprofit recreation, with a legacy lasting more than 80 years and a long-held belief that all people should benefit from affordable outdoor recreation, education and wellness opportunities.

By promoting the importance of the outdoors, recreation and education through all phases of life, we foster a sense of community and opportunities for people to come together. Opportunities can be found on our website at Leroy Springs.com if you are interested in outdoor seasonal jobs, non-traditional education positions, or a segue into the nonprofit, golf or parks recreation industries.

• FREE Anne Springs Close Greenway Membership
• Employee discounts for Springmaid Mountain and more
• Eligible to participate in WellSprings Employee Wellness Program
• Enrollment in 401(k) retirement and savings plan option

OVERVIEW

Under supervision, and on an “as-needed” basis, engages in outdoor recreation and afterschool activities with students and campers and provides quality care and enrichment that enhances children’s social skills, elevates activity levels, promotes an appreciation of nature, and extends learning in a fun and safe environment. Services all ASCG Youth Programs as needed, including the Greenway Nature-Based Preschool, Afterschool on the Greenway, Off-Season Camps and the FLYERS Afterschool program in partnership with Fort Mill School District. Substitutes may be assigned to lead or support students in recreational activities, elementary school settings, and enrichment experiences.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Assists with or leads the supervision of academic, recreational, and enrichment activities for students and campers 
• Facilitates purposeful afterschool activities in alignment with the FLYERS curriculum
• Teaches and models appropriate behavior, encouraging positive social and emotional growth
• Ensures compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
• Addresses the emotional, cognitive, social and physical needs of participants 
• Actively engages in the facilitation of program activities with a passion for working with children in both indoor and outdoor environments
• Provides a safe and healthy environment for children indoors, outdoors and beyond, using proactive problem-solving and best practices
• Maintains effective communication and positive working relationships with children, families, school staff, and team members.
• Must have a love for the outdoors/nature and comfortable being outdoors in all types of weather  
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks 
• Maintains effective communication and positive working relationships with children, families, school staff, and team members
• Helps maintain clean, organized, and shared program areas  
• Models flexibility by assisting across all Youth Programs and substituting where needed
• Attends all assigned trainings for program compliance
• Other duties as assigned 

THE LSC WAY

Our Culture is a top priority.  As part of our commitment to culture, we have written several “Fundamentals” called TSC LSC Way that are traits we value in our daily activities.  The fundamentals that are critically important to this position are:

• Keep Things Fun
• Be Vigilant About Safety
• Invest in Relationships
• Pitch in Wherever Necessary 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to multitask and participate enthusiastically in all program activities 
• Ability to be a role model to students and campers 
• Enjoys working with children in both small and large group environments
• Ability to interact with a range of age groups from 3 years old to 8^th grade 
• Above average interpersonal skills with strong written/oral communication skills
• Solid group management skills emphasizing mutual respect and healthy student interactions 
• Strong decision making, organizational, and initiative skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or/ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• High school diploma or GED preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities 
• Negative PPD (TB skin test) 
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child & Youth Protection training; will train 

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION 

 
No supervisory responsibilities 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to exert up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects when needed. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work; must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time and maintain a higher level of activity.