After School Program Aide (7281)

The Salvation Army; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Columbus, GA seeks an After-School Program Assistant to lead children’s activities, plan age-appropriate lessons, and supervise safe, healthy play. Responsibilities include snack prep, attendance records, and basic reporting.

A high school diploma or GED is required with two years of child development experience preferred. This role supports ongoing after-school programming, requiring reliable supervision and strong organization in a church-affiliated youth setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years’ experience teaching child development programs in a church or similar setting preferred.
• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides constant care of the needs of the children in a safe, clean environment.
• Develops and implements age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Ensures safety and accountability during camp activities and field trips.
• Maintains records, reports and required documentation for the program.
• Prepares and processes supply orders and keeps materials organized.

Skills

Teaching

Child development

Classroom management

Program coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location: GA-COL Columbus Corps Admin Office - COLUMBUS, GA 31909

Salary Range: $10.00 - $10.00 Hourly

Job Category: Recreation

This position is responsible for:

Leads children’s activities in and after school program including classroom training, tutoring, sports activities, bible study, computer programs and specialized programs; prepares and serves children snacks; assists in leading activities and maintains the cleanliness of the program areas. Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.); prepares and processes supply orders; Maintains the after school program materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability necessities of the programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides constant care of the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
• Develops and implements lesson plans which are age-group program specific; utilizes age-group appropriate discovery areas, enriched with program-specific activities, including teacher-made materials and hand-on activities.
• Determines appropriate supplies and materials for lesson plans and recreational activities; ensures the children's safety in utilizing the same.
• Cleans kitchen, classrooms, tables, floors, etc. in accordance with established sanitary standards.
• Ensures the accountability, security, and safety of children participating in camp activities and field trips; reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.
• Work is performed in a normal office environment where there is little or no physical discomfort associated with changes in weather or discomfo1is associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOO

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; AND
• Two (2) years’ experience teaching child development programs in a church, OR
• Any combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License
• C.P.R. and First Aid Certification

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled