Title: KidStop Summer Program

Department: McKenzie County KidStop, Watford City Park District

Position: Part Time (June - August), 31-34 hours per week

Supervisor: KidStop Manager & Coordinator

Benefit: Employee dependents (school age children) can attend at a discounted tuition rate of 50% - if scheduled 4 days a week.

Who We Are: McKenzie County KidStop has a strong commitment to the positive development of McKenzie County by supporting and helping working families and our youth. We are fortunate enough to serve the children in our community by providing a safe, fun, and enriching summer program. We focus on improving social & life skills, inspiring learning, developing confidence, building relationships, and celebrating success. The KidStop program provides each child with opportunities for community involvement, physical activity, team building, reading and writing, and STEAM learning. In a world that can be bombarded with negativity, we are determined to break the cycle by promoting the development of kind, positive, and strong future leaders. Our mission is to engage, inspire, and empower the youth of McKenzie County to reach their full potential through the promotion of community, citizenship, and school spirit. Our KidStop Core Values are Safe, Respectful, Responsible, and Proud.

Position Summary: KidStop staff report directly to the KidStop Manager & Coordinator. Staff will assist with the implementation of activities for KidStop and management of the children in the program. This position requires an individual to have a strong passion for working with children ages 5-13 years old. This is a seasonal position that works to carry out activities to meet the mission and values of the KidStop program. The ideal candidate must be able to work 4 days a week Monday - Friday from 7:15am - 4:15pm.

Position Responsibilities:

· Maintain an inviting, safe, and orderly environment for students and staff.

· Follow all KidStop policies, expectations, processes, and procedures.

· Supervise multiple children at a time and keep them focused on the task at hand while maintaining a professional demeanor.

· Help and assist in the implementation of the weekly lesson plans.

· Assist with maintaining a seamless transition from one activity to another.

· Prepare supplies, equipment, courts, and/or facilities for assigned activities.

· Lead or teach activities to students (STREAM- Science, Technology, Recreation, Engineering, Art & Math)

· Participate in all group activities, provide encouragement to all students, and promote KidStop core values.

· Ensure that all areas and supplies used by KidStop are cleaned after each use.

· Assist with the check in and check out process every day.

· Responsible for the care of facility, equipment, and supplies.

· Help with the distribution of daily meals & snacks to students.

· Monitor student behavior and utilize appropriate disciplinary measures, as necessary.

· Attend professional development/training activities and staff meetings, as scheduled by the KidStop Manager.

· Administer basic first aid and medications, document and communicate incidents when needed.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description Position Expectations:

· Child care experience is preferred.

· Must comply with all Watford City Park District employment regulations.

· Must serve as a role model to students and staff by demonstrating high standards of personal conduct including , sportsmanship, and teamwork.

· Must connect with each and every student and develop a positive relationship with them and their families.

· Must empower students by fostering independence while allowing them to confidently help plan KidStop activities.

· Must be able to multi-task and juggle many projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.

· Must exhibit excellent flexibility and work well in a collaborative and team environment.

· Must exhibit excellent judgment and problem-solving skills and work well in emergency situations.

· Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality by arriving on-time for scheduled shifts and completing job responsibilities in a timely and thorough manner.

· Must be able to pass a background check.

· Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods of time.

· Must be able to lift 25lbs regularly and up to 50lbs on occasion and walk a minimum of 3.5 miles a day.

Job Type: Part time Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits: Employee discount 3 day weekend (Either Monday or Friday Off)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 30 min lunch break Nights Off Weekends Off

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience: Experience with Children: 1 year with references

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 31 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Watford City, ND 58854 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Watford City, ND 58854: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person