What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Leader- Youth Programs position at Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The After School Leader employed by the Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District provides
leadership in the form of instruction or supervision of children, ages 5-11, enrolled in our Youth
Programs. The After School Leader is responsible for developing and implementing activities
that provide social, physical and creative challenges for elementary school-age participants in a
safe, positive and enriching environment.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
This position comes under the direct supervision of a Youth Programs Site Supervisor of the
Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District, Youth Programs Coordinator or an individual
assigned by the Executive Director to supervise the duties of the After School Leader. The After
School Leader is responsible for following and carrying out all of the workplace expectations
and policies of the Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
In general a Recreational Leader does not supervise other staff members. However, an After
School Leader may be assigned the responsibility of supervising others of the same classification
or volunteers assisting in the organization and implementation of a program or activity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The essential duties for the After School Leader include but are not limited to:
- Lead activities and clubs for preschool and/or elementary school students.
- Supervise participants, grades Kindergarten -5th, in a structured after-school or camp
- Work with staff to ensure safe program implementation.
- Support elementary students distance learning and engagement.
- Maintain program areas by cleaning up after activities.
- Positively and successfully perform within work team dynamics.
- Maintain attendance records and make required reports.
- Enhance the program or activities via participant solicitation or feedback.
- Make recommendations to the Youth Programs Site Supervisor OR Youth Programs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Other duties as assigned by the Youth Programs Coordinator or Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
- Must enjoy working with youth!
- Ability to provide courteous and responsible communication with program participants,
- Use of tools and supplies used in the application of the programs.
- Working with youth or adults with varying degrees of ability.
- General understanding of child and youth development and proper disciplinary actions.
Ability to:
- Read, write and understand English
- Work effectively with people.
- Organize and plan activities.
- Pass a pre-employment drug test and random tests thereafter.
Experience & Training:
Must be 17 years of age or older.
Previous experience working with children and/or leading activities of various ages and abilities
preferred.
Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements:
Possess current American Red Cross C.P.R. and 1st Aid certifications or be able to secure during
the first six months of employment.
Physical Skills:
While performing the duties of this position, the After School Leader may be frequently required
to sit, stand, reach, walk, run, manipulate objects such as tools or controls, and communicate
effectively with patrons and fellow staff. The position may require mobility and the occasional
lifting or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination may be
required to operate items such as, but not limited to, are tools, play equipment, program
equipment and standard office equipment.
Salary : $17 - $19