After School for Kids Activity Leader

Roanoke County, VA

Roanoke (VA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Roanoke County, Virginia seeks an after-school program aide to supervise and engage children ages 5–13 with organized activities, games, arts and crafts, and safe conduct at assigned site.

Shifts are Monday through Friday, 1:45pm to 6:00pm. Requires high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, and a Virginia driver's license; preferred experience with children in structured settings. This role involves collecting fees, maintaining safety, and guiding behavior with clear limits.

Qualifications

General knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children ages five through twelve and/or youth ages eleven through thirteen.
Ability to interact effectively with participants and colleagues to encourage participation and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and conducts games, music, arts and crafts, playground activities and other appropriate activities.
Collects fees.
Supervises all activities to ensure the protection and safety of all participants.
Provides a positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior using age-appropriate limits and choices.
Encourages children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community.

Skills

General knowledge of youth activities

Participant engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + college coursework

First Aid & CPR certification

Virginia driver’s license

Tools

Office equipment

Playground equipment

Job description

Performs responsible recreational and clerical work in accordance with the program standards for children and/or youth at an assigned location. Responsible for organizing, planning and engaging in organized recreational activities with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Organizes and schedules activities to include appropriate games, music, arts and crafts. Collects fees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Shift Hours and/or Days Worked

Monday-Friday: 1:45pm-6:00pm

Hours Required for this position

21.25

Plans, organizes and conducts or participates in games, music, arts, crafts, playground and other appropriate activities.
Collects fees.
Supervises all activities to ensure the protection and safety of all participants.
Provides a positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior using age-appropriate limits and choices
Encourages children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community

NON-ESSENTAIL JOB FUNCTIONS

Teaches good eating habits and personal hygiene
Ensures children have proper rest periods
Ensures each child has individualized support in each activity

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college level courses or six month’s programmatic experience with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or eleven (11) through thirteen (13).

Experience

Preferred: Some experience working with children in a structured environment.

Certifications/ Licenses

Required: Must have current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or obtain same after employment. Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children ages five (5) through twelve (12) in a child care setting and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13).
Ability to deal effectively with participants, encouraging participation in the various activities; and develop and maintain effective relationships with other employees, activity participants and the general public.

Additional Requirements

In accordance with State licensing requirements, must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Following a conditional offer of employment, must submit to a Tuberculosis test. Must also be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH

MEDIUM

Lift and/or exert force of 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS