Afterschool Counselor – Mon–Fri 2:30–6pm + Free Membership

Shalom Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dell JCC Membership

Job summary

Shalom Austin is seeking part-time counselors to supervise groups of 15-18 children after school hours, delivering engaging activities and ensuring safety. Counselors will work with co-counselors and may assist with school transportation using a 15-passenger van.

Position offers an hourly wage of $15.00–$17.00, Monday through Friday, with a 2:30 PM–6:00 PM schedule and a commitment to building positive relationships in the community.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 18 years old and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work well on a team and with children.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including FBI fingerprint).

Responsibilities

• Pickup children from local elementary schools; transportation provided.
• Manage daily routines and activities for the assigned group.
• Support children’s emotional needs, health, and safety.
• Lead group activities, crafts, and projects.
• Maintain rosters of children in the group.
• Follow emergency management and safety policies.
• Assist with driving a 15-passenger van to transport children (preferred).

Skills

Enthusiasm

Patience

Time management

Great sense of humor

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Positivity

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Are you serious about having fun? Get paid for doing what you love!

Role at a Glance:

• Compensation: $15.00 -$17.00 per hour
• Free Dell JCC Membership (pool, gym, tennis courts, exercise classes, etc.).
• Schedule: 2:30PM – 6:00PM, Monday-Friday
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Degree or equivalent

About the Position:

Counselors, along with their co-counselors will be assigned daily to a group of 15-18 children based by grade, Kindergarten-5th grade. This is a part-time, hourly position. Counselors will manage the daily routine and activities for their group and are responsible for building relationships with and engaging children in their care. Counselors will also help with transportation from schools, which may include driving a 15-passenger van. Working hours are 2:30pm-6:00pm, with the option of a 5-day per week (Monday-Friday) schedule, or a 3-day per week (choose from any 3 weekdays) schedule.

Skills Required:

Enthusiasm, patience, time management, a great sense of humor, attention to detail, strong work ethic, positivity, and excellent communication! Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required! We strive to help both you and our children in the community grow.

Compensation and Benefits

• We’ll pay you an hourly salary of $15.00-$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
• Free Dell JCC Membership (pool, gym, tennis courts, exercise classes, etc.).

Schedule

2:30–6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.

Essential Functions:

• Picking-up children from local elementary schools (vehicle transportation provided).
• Managing the daily routine and activities for the assigned group.
• Accountability for children’s emotional needs, health, and safety.
• Implementing group activities, crafts, and projects.
• Maintaining accurate rosters of children in group.
• Following emergency management and safety policies.
• Encouraging and modeling respect for personal space, equipment, and facilities.
• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van to transport children (strongly preferred)

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess enthusiasm, patience, a great sense of humor, a strong work ethic, positivity, and the ability to work well on a team and with children.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check).
• Adhere to our Mission, Core Values, and all HR policies and procedures.