Afterschool Group Leader – Kids Enrichment

Cabarrus County School District; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Cabarrus County School District's Kids Plus program in Concord, NC seeks a Group Leader for a 2-hour morning shift to supervise and engage school-age children in enrichment activities at a licensed childcare center.

The role requires basic childcare certifications and safety training, with emphasis on strong communication, reliability, and ability to lead activities and coordinate with parents. The position is part-time and located on-site at the Kids Plus center.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Has NC DHHS Child Care Background Check and Qualification letter (renew before expiration).
• Complete six-month training period with satisfactory performance.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire (renew before expiration; every 2 years).
• Basic School-Age Care Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Program Coordinator certification per NCDCDEE or ability to obtain within 18 months via NC Early Childhood Credentials (EDU119).
• Maintain Health & Safety Training and required yearly training hours.
• Demonstrate pleasant disposition, patience, flexibility, and love for children.
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Open and prepare the center for daily activities and programs.
• Provide visual supervision and interact with groups of children.
• Ensure physical safety of all children.
• Meet developmental needs of children across ages.
• Accommodate individual rest, activity, and study needs.
• Assist in planning and implementing weekly activity plans.
• Facilitate communication between site and parents.
• Lead group time, discussions and activities.
• Maintain compliance with childcare rules and CCS/KIDS:PLUS policies.
• Serve as program coordinator in the Site Coordinator's absence.

Skills

Early childhood knowledge

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Record keeping

Tech literacy

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid Certification

Basic School-Age Care Certification

Program Coordinator certification (NCDCDEE) or NC Early Childhood Credentials EDU119

Background check/qualification letter (NC DHHS)

Job description

Cabarrus County School District's Kids Plus program in Concord, NC seeks a Group Leader for a 2-hour morning shift to supervise and engage school-age children in enrichment activities at a licensed childcare center.

The role requires basic childcare certifications and safety training, with emphasis on strong communication, reliability, and ability to lead activities and coordinate with parents. The position is part-time and located on-site at the Kids Plus center.