After School Counselor

The-Mentoring-Alliance; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Mentoring Alliance After School is seeking ministry-minded individuals to lead elementary students in enrichment activities after school. This part-time, non-exempt role offers 17-20 hours per week and focuses on youth development in a faith-based setting.

Ideal candidates are at least 17, with a high school diploma or GED preferred, and able to work Monday to Friday 2:00–6:00 pm. CPR/First Aid certification and background checks are required; Spanish-speaking skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age; High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification and pass background checks.
• Spanish-speaking ability is highly valued.
• Must have reliable transportation and be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead elementary students in enrichment activities after school.
• Foster youth development and serve as a positive role model.
• Work Monday–Friday 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. during the school year.
• Ensure safety and follow program policies and background checks.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Background check

Spanish speaking

Transportation

Work eligibility

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

After School Counselor

We are seeking ministry-minded individuals to be on our After School team. The After School Counselor’s primary role is fostering youth development in an after school setting by leading elementary students in enrichment activities. We are looking for an After School Counselor who is devoted to excellence, wholeheartedness, and developing kids to reach their full potential! You have the chance to have an eternal impact and be a role model to kids in your community. An After School Counselor is non-exempt, part-time position that average 17-20 hours per week.

At Mentoring Alliance After School, we hire teachers, youth workers, teen workers, college students, mentors and more to serve and develop kids in our programs. As a Christian ministry we are geared toward serving kids and students in our community by offering awesome after school care and activities.

Mentoring Alliance exists to mobilize godly people into the lives of kids and families, to provide tangible help and eternal hope. Our team members must have the desire to influence, impact and serve the kids and families in our community. Why? Because each and every staff position with us is an integral part of our mission and vision. We consider an After School Counselor to be first and foremost a Minister of the Gospel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Agree with and exhibit behaviors in accordance with the Mentoring Alliance Statement of Faith
• Must be at least 17 years of age; High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred and some post-secondary training highly preferred
• Have a passion and love for working with elementary school-aged children
• Experience working with elementary school-aged children is preferred
• Able to work Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. during the school calendar year
• Ability to earn CPR/First Aid certification (mandatory)
• Pass Mandatory Background/Sex offender check
• Valid driver’s license or Valid ID
• Legally allowed to work in the United States
• Have dependable transportation
• Spanish-speaking ability greatly valued