After-School Lead Counselor (Ages 5-12) – Part-Time

Associated-Recreation-Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Company Holidays

ARC Paid Sick and Safe (sick time)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Transit Contribution Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) seeks a School-Age Care Lead Counselor for West Seattle and other Seattle community centers. You will guide a classroom of children ages 5-12, providing active supervision and developmentally appropriate activities.

Join ARC in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation to offer licensed childcare, engaging programs, and a safe, inclusive after-school environment. Requires 18+, HS diploma, and 1 year of childcare experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or other secondary education.
• Must have a year of prior experience in school-age childcare.
• DCYF requirements include MMR vaccination, TB test, MERIT Background Check, and WA Food Worker Card; ARC pays fees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead daily curriculum activities for children ages 5-12.
• Model appropriate behavior and support social and emotional growth.
• Maintain 1:10 staff-to-child ratio where possible for safety and accounting.
• Collaborate with ARC School-Age Care Director and receive guidance.
• Support director in more advanced daily operations.

Skills

Active supervision

Engaging activities

Classroom management

Student safety

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) seeks a School-Age Care Lead Counselor for West Seattle and other Seattle community centers. You will guide a classroom of children ages 5-12, providing active supervision and developmentally appropriate activities.

Join ARC in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation to offer licensed childcare, engaging programs, and a safe, inclusive after-school environment. Requires 18+, HS diploma, and 1 year of childcare experience.