After School Program Recreation Aide

City of Pharr, TX; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pharr, TX is hiring a Seasonal After School Program Recreation Aide to supervise and assist children with homework, arts and crafts, and cooperative activities in a vibrant onsite setting.

You will help plan and direct recreation and athletic programs, ensure safety, and report hazards. This role offers hands-on experience working with families and supporting community enrichment through active learning.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with safety hazards and precautions to keep participants safe.
• Understanding of basic athletics, fitness, cultural/social activities and arts and crafts.
• Ability to physically lead and demonstrate program activities.
• Background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during homework, arts and crafts, and group activities.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct recreation and athletic programs.
• Inspect facilities for hazards and report equipment issues.
• Foster community engagement and a safe, energetic atmosphere.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Athletics basics

Arts & crafts

Job description

Join our dynamic team as a Seasonal After School Program Recreation Aide in Pharr, TX! This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives, facilitating engaging activities and fostering a love for learning. Working onsite, you’ll collaborate with a passionate team in a vibrant environment that thrives on creativity and problem-solving. With a competitive pay rate of $9.00 per hour, you’ll gain invaluable experience while nurturing the next generation.

Be part of a customer-focused culture that values innovation and energy, ensuring every day is both fulfilling and fun! Your role will contribute significantly to a forward-thinking community program. Seize the chance to influence students positively and develop your skills in this rewarding position!

What would you do as a After School Program Recreation Aide

As a Seasonal After School Program Recreation Aide, you will play a pivotal role in supervising and assisting children with their homework, arts and crafts, and the development of essential teamwork and social skills. Your creativity and innovation will shine as you develop engaging instructional methods that captivate participants' interests. Ensuring a safe environment is crucial, as you will inspect facilities for potential hazards and promptly report broken equipment to your supervisor. Additionally, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing recreation and athletic programs tailored to the community's needs. This position not only allows you to foster individual growth in children but also empowers you to enhance community engagement through well-structured recreation initiatives.

Requirements For This After School Program Recreation Aide Job

To excel as a Seasonal After School Program Recreation Aide, you must possess a strong understanding of safety hazards and the necessary precautions to create a safe environment for all participants. A sound knowledge of basic fundamentals and techniques related to athletics, fitness, cultural/social activities, and arts and crafts is essential for effectively engaging children in diverse activities. Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with children and their families will set you apart as a leader and mentor. Creativity and innovation will be crucial in developing captivating programming and enhancing participants' overall experience. Additionally, organizational skills will help you plan and coordinate activities successfully, ensuring that each program runs smoothly and meets the needs of the community.

Your proactive approach to problem-solving will also contribute to a positive, energetic atmosphere that encourages growth and teamwork among participants.

Knowledge And Skills Required For The Position Are

• Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safe environment for recreation and athletic program participants.
• Knowledge of basic fundamentals and techniques of athletics, fitness, cultural/social activities and/or arts and crafts sufficient to be able to perform a variety of duties related to the work assignment.
• Must be able to physically exhibit and conduct program activities offered to participants.

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.

Salary: $9.00 per hour

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