Adventure Club Worker

Sam Houston Elementary; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Maryville seeks an Adventure Club Worker to support after school programs for children. The role involves organizing activities, assisting with homework, providing snacks, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. This part-time position offers an opportunity to inspire children's growth and interests in a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Reliable transportation necessary.
• Ability to pass a background check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children, including setting schedules and routines.
• Encourage age-appropriate learning and socialization.
• Maintain a safe workplace by monitoring children's well-being.
• Introduce children to various activities and interests.
• Guide and discipline children positively as needed.
• Keep records related to child care.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Decisiveness

Attentiveness to children's needs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maryville City School District Sam Houston Elementary - Maryville, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

Adventure Club Worker

Job Details

Job ID: 4922509

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 09, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Purpose Statement

The position of Adventure Club Worker was established for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program within the assigned after school program with specific responsibility for organizing and directing age-appropriate activities for school age students; preparing and serving snacks; providing assistance with homework; and assisting in maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students.

This position reports to the Adventure Club Director.

Essential Functions

• Providing care for children, such as setting schedules and routines, feeding, and cleaning rooms and toys.
• Developing and encouraging age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts, such as communication, manners, sharing, etc.
• Maintaining a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues and reporting concerns to staff and parents.
• Helping children discover new interests by introducing them to art, music, sports, and other potential hobbies.
• Ensuring children are learning positive behaviors and providing guidance or approved discipline, as needed.
• Keeping records relating to child care.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• More education and experience may be required or preferred.
• Reliable Transportation.
• Additional licenses, certifications, or training may be beneficial or required.
• Decisiveness, patience, and stamina to chase after, lift, or carry children.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Exceptional communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of stages of childhood development.
• Attentiveness to the needs and safety of children.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing position functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling: some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 90% walking and/or standing. The position is performed in a clean atmosphere, under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Part-Time

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Mary Beth Bonneville , Adventure Club Director
• Sam Houston Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]