Before/After School Kids Care Staff - Northern Area - Seasonal

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission seeks dedicated professionals for multiple child care roles, including Director, Leader, and Aide for Before and After School Programs. Candidates must have relevant training and experience to provide safe and engaging environments for children. This opportunity offers competitive hourly rates and reflects the commission's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have completed required training hours and have experience with school-aged children.
• Valid driver's license or ability to acquire one is needed.
• Background check and possible medical testing required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Before/After School programs and lead activities for kids.
• Plan educational and recreational programs for school-aged children.
• Ensure safety procedures and regulations are adhered to.

Skills

Child Development

Curriculum Planning

Communication

Education

AA degree or higher in relevant field

45 clock hours of approved training

Job description

Before or After- School Kids' Care Programs:

Our seasonal sites include :

Community centers and facilities where licensed Before/After School Care is offered.

Notes: Candidates may wish to work at a Before-School Program only, or at an After-School Program only. Candidates may work at both Before and After School Programs simultaneously depending on the needs of the program.

Child Care Before/After-School Director - Specialist/ Recreation Class Instructor III ($15.45/hr-$17.65/hr)

Job Description: Before/After School Directors are the administrators responsible for Kids' Care program planning, and environments. Directors may also serve as the Kids' Care Before/After School Leader for the program.

Qualifications: Must have 45 clock hours of child development (birth-school age) and 45 clock hours of school age curriculum and 40 to 45 hours of approved administrative training and 9 hours of communication training; or, hold an AA degree or higher with approved courses in recreation or school-aged training Must have one year of experience working in a licensed program with school aged children.

Child Care Before/After School Leader - Specialist/Program Facility Manager III ($15.45/hr-$16.80/hr)

Job Description: After School Leaders are responsible for leading a group of children in a Kid's Care, Before/After School Program and are accountable for program planning and program environments.

Qualifications: Must have completed 45 hours of approved training in child development (birth to school age) and 45 hours of curriculum training for school aged children and 9 clock hours of communication training. Must have one year of college or 400 hours of experience working with school aged children.

Child Care Aide: Before/After – School /Program Facility Aide I ($15.45/hr)

Job Description: Aides are responsible for following all center safety procedures and helping the Before/After School Leader assist children.

Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in a recognized/career- tech child development program.

Child Care Aide-Before/After School /Program Facility Aide II ($15.45/hr-$15.52/hr)

Job Description: Aides are responsible for following all center safety procedures and helping the After School Leader assist children and plan activities for the program day.

Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old, enrolled in college courses related to child development.

Child Care Aide/ Assistant Before/After School Leader/Program Facility Aide III ($15.45/hr-$15.52/hr)

Job Description: Assistant Leaders help the Before/After-School Leader plan methods for recreational/educational instruction and activities for the program day.

Qualifications: Must have completed 9 clock hours of communication training, be at least 18 years old, have one year of college and 400 hours of experience.

Child Care Aide Assistant-Before/After School /Program Facility Manager Aide I ($15.45/hr)

Job Description: Assistants are responsible for following all center safety procedures and helping the Before/After Leader plan methods for educational and recreational instruction and activities for the program day.

Qualifications:Must have finished one year of college and have completed one year of job related course work and have one year of experience working in a licensed child care program.

1. Bachelors degree or four years experience in one of the following fields: parks, recreation, education, business administration, physical education, communication, leisure services, or in area of required specialty; or

2. An equivalent combination of education and experience; and

3. A valid driver's license or ability to acquire one.

4. A valid operating license (e.g., county pool operator's license, child care license) as appropriate.Must complete a criminal background check prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.