Afterschool Activity Specialist Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

ALL 4 ONE in Springfield, Vermont is seeking an Afterschool Activity Specialist Assistant to support a before/after-school/summer child care program. You’ll assist the Activity Specialist in supervising and guiding kindergarten–grade 12 students in enrichment and academic activities.

The role requires interacting with youth across ages, ensuring safety, and helping with field trips and daily operations. This is a school-year position with Plus responsibilities, and the organization offers a

Qualifications

• Be sixteen years of age.
• Work under supervision of Afterschool Activities Specialist or Afterschool Program Staff.
• 1 year from start date to complete Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate.
• Enthusiasm, responsibility and willingness to learn.
• CPR-First Aid Certification or have 3 months to complete.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine functions to support daily operations including daily attendance, instructional support, copying of materials for clubs or groups, greeting families and children daily, engaging in daily activities and supporting student needs.
• Provide safe, caring, engaged environment and be able to remain in close proximity to students at all times.
• Provide daily assistance on various field trips; walking or bus. MUST be able to walk daily 2 miles during program hours.
• Follow local policy and procedures in the area of educational requirements and building level operations.
• Participate in required in-service training programs and complete professional pre hours for DCC and STARS regulations.
• Foster healthy relationships among children.
• Provide positive role modeling experiences.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information to parent, teachers, and other on a “need to know” basis only.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Enthusiasm

Responsibility

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate

CPR-First Aid Certification

Tools

Office equipment

KWL chart

Job description

Afterschool Activity Specialist Assistant

Springfield School District ALL 4 ONE - Springfield, Vermont

Job Details

Job ID: 5827955

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary

The Afterschool Activity Specialist Assistant works in a before/afterschool/summer child care program. The Afterschool Activity Specialist Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Activity Specialist in supervision and instruction of children (kindergarten–grade 12) in various enrichment and academic activities.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine functions to support daily operations including daily attendance, instructional support, copying of materials for clubs or groups, greeting families and children daily, engaging in daily activities and supporting student needs
• Provide safe, caring, engaged environment and be able to remain in close proximity to students at all times.
• Provide daily assistance on various field trips; walking or bus. MUST be able to walk daily 2 miles during program hours
• Follow local policy and procedures in the area of educational requirements and building level operations
• Participate in required in-service training programs and complete professional pre hours for DCC and STARS regulations
• Foster healthy relationships among children
• Provide positive role modeling experiences
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information to parent, teachers, and other on a “need to know” basis only.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Be sixteen years of age
• Work under the supervision of Afterschool Activities Specialist or Afterschool Program Staff
• 1 year from start date to complete Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate
• Enthusiasm, responsibility and willingness to learn
• CPR-First Aid Certified or have 3 months to complete

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Time management, organizational, prioritization, and problem-recognition skills.
• Strong success working with youth of all ages.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to understand both written and oral instructions
• Ability to make independent judgments
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job in accordance with federal, state, and Springfield School District requirements.
• Knowledge of CDD Regulations and STARS regulatory review process and requirements.

Tools/Technology Requirements

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, scanner, printer, fax machine.
• Knowledgeable of state and common core thinking standards
• Knowledgeable of Before, During, After Chart (KWL)

Physical and Mental Demands

• Requires frequent moving of equipment, materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequent and prolonged engagement with youth, highly active and involved outside duties for am/pm coverage, climbing stairs, active play in gym
• Some bending and twisting to access file cabinets, office machinery and supplies
• Perform physical requirements with a moderate degree of physical and emotional stamina
• Provide daily assistance on various field trips; walking or bus. MUST be able to walk daily 2 miles during program hours

Work Environment

Work is normally performed in climate controlled classroom environment, with very limited exposure to extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes, and gases. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of youth active and involved in daily before, afterschool and summer activities. Often times highly active and VERY engaged atmosphere.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Position Type: School Year - Plus

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Contact Information

• Tami Stagner , Director, All-4-One
• ALL 4 ONE
• Email: [e-mail]