After School for Kids Activity Leader

County of Roanoke Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia seeks an energetic recreational aide to organize and supervise after-school activities for children aged 5–12 and youth 11–13 at assigned school sites.

You will plan games, music, arts and crafts, collect fees, ensure safety and positive guidance, and work Monday through Friday from 1:45pm to 6:00pm, totaling about 21.25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children aged 5–12 and youth 11–13.
• Ability to engage participants and foster positive, age-appropriate behavior.
• Good communication and relationship-building with staff, participants and the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and conduct games, music, arts and crafts, playground and other activities.
• Collect fees and maintain accurate records.
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety of participants.
• Provide a positive, authoritative approach to guiding behavior with age-appropriate limits.
• Encourage children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community.

Skills

Recreational activities

Participant interaction

Education

HS diploma or equivalent with college courses or 6 months’ experience with children 5-12 / 11-13

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

• C = Continuously 5.5 to 8+ hours daily
• F = Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours daily
• O = Occasionally Up to 2.5 hours daily
• R = Rarely Less than 1 hour per week
• N = Never Never occurs
• F Standing
• R Sitting
• F Walking
• F Lifting
• R Carrying
• O Pushing/Pulling
• O Reaching
• O Handling
• F Fine Dexterity
• O Kneeling
• O Crouching
• R Crawling
• F Bending
• F Twisting
• O Climbing
• F Balancing
• C Vision (Correction Required:N/A )
• C Hearing
• C Talking
• R Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc.)
• Other (specify)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• D = Daily
• W = Several Times Per Week
• M = Several Times Per Month
• S = Seasonally
• R - Rarely
• N = Never
• R = Mechanical Hazards
• D = Dirt and Dust
• R = Chemical Hazards
• S = Extreme Temperatures
• R = Electrical Hazards
• D = Noise and Vibration
• R = Fire Hazards
• R = Fumes and Odors
• N = Explosives
• S = Wetness/Humidity
• D = Communicable Diseases
• R = Darkness or Poor Lighting
• R = Physical Danger or Abuse
• Other (specify)

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

• Outdoors
• School Sites

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS

• Office equipment, playground equipment

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• First aid equipment provided