SPARKS Activity Leader

Clare-Gladwin RESD; Munster; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

ESS Staffing Services is seeking Activity Leaders for the SPARKS/Ignite after-school program at Beaverton Elementary School, Beaverton Junior/Senior High School, and Harrison Middle School. Positions offer after-school hours, 2.75 hours per day, with 2- and 4-days-per-week options. Starts ASAP with orientation.

Supervisors are SPARKS Site Coordinators. Responsibilities include leading small-group sessions, promoting positive youth development, and creating engaging activities aligned with

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in corresponding grade levels preferred.
• Ability to lead and supervise activities and maintain a positive, safe and inclusive environment.
• Reliable attendance. As a condition of employment employee must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging afterschool activities for sessions of 15 students or less.
• Help plan activities based on student interests and program goals.

Skills

Student supervision

Safety awareness

Reliable attendance

Youth development

Job description

• Position Type: 21st Century Community Learning Centers/ 21st CCLC Project SPARKS Activity Leader


• Date Posted: 8/28/2026


• Date Available: As soon as possible

ACTIVITY LEADER

(Grant-Funded) SPARKS/Ignite

Multiple Positions Available, see locations below.

(ESS Staffing Services)

LOCATIONS

Beaverton Elementary School, Beaverton Junior/Senior High School, and Harrison Middle School

REPORTS TO

SPARKS Site Coordinator

WORK DAYS

After school, 2.75 hours per day (positions available are 2-days/week and 4-days/week)

WAGES

$16.48 per hour

STARTING DATE

As soon as possible, with pre-service orientation prior to start.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Activity Leader will generally work with sessions of 15 students or less and will lead safe, engaging, and inclusive afterschool activities that promote positive youth development and support student growth. Site leaders will assist the Activity Leader in creating appropriate program session activities and projects based on student interest and program goals.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Experience working with students in corresponding grade levels preferred.


• Ability to lead and supervise activities and maintain a positive, safe and inclusive environment.


• Reliable attendance. As a condition of employment employee must pass a criminal background check.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

For more information about this position, please call the SPARKS Department at [phone]