After School Counselor Part Time

St. Andrew's Parks and Playground; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Membership

Program Discounts

Opportunities for Training

Job summary

St. Andrew's Parish Parks & Playground Commission is seeking energetic after school counselors to create a fun, safe environment for children ages 5 to 12. Ideal for high school and college students, future teachers, recreation professionals, and anyone who enjoys working with children.

Positions include after-school and day camp roles with shifts Monday–Friday; up to 29 hours per week. CPR/First Aid/AED and Darkness2Light certifications required (or ability to obtain), and applicants 15+ are

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required (or ability to obtain).
• Darkness2Light - Stewards of Children certification required (Can provide in-house).
• Must be dependable, enthusiastic, and able to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, age-appropriate games, crafts, sports, and other recreational activities.
• Supervise children ages 5–12 in a safe and positive environment.
• Assist with homework time and encourage positive behavior.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Maintain clean, organized program areas.
• Help create an engaging, welcoming environment where every child can thrive.

Job description

St. Andrew's Parish Parks & Playground Commission is hiring energetic, dependable after school counselors to help create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for children ages 5 to 12. This is a great opportunity for high school and college students, future teachers, recreation professionals, and anyone who enjoys working with children. Applicants 15+ are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

• After School Program: Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Day Camp: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. during school breaks (teacher workdays, Fall, Winter, and Spring Breaks)
• Hours vary based on program needs. Max of 29 hours per week.

Pay

• Starting at $17.00 - $18.50 per hour, depending on experience and ability to drive agency vehicles

What You'll Do

• Lead fun, age-appropriate games, crafts, sports, and other recreational activities
• Supervise children ages 5–12 in a safe and positive environment
• Assist with homework time and encourage positive behavior
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Maintain clean, organized program areas
• Help create an engaging, welcoming environment where every child can thrive

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old
• Experience working with children is preferred
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required (or ability to obtain)
• Darkness2Light - Stewards of Children certification required (Can provide in-house)
• Must be dependable, enthusiastic, and able to work well as part of a team
• Applicants who meet age and licensing requirements may have opportunities to drive agency vehicles

Benefits

• Fitness Membership
• Program Discounts
• Opportunities for Training

St. Andrew's Parish Parks and Playground Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment with St. Andrew's Parish Parks and Playground Commission is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, employment eligibility verification, and post-offer drug screening. These requirements apply in accordance with Commission policy and applicable law. Failure to meet required screening standards may result in withdrawal of an employment offer. St. Andrew's Parish Parks and Playground Commission is an at-will employer.