Before and After School Program Leader

City-of-Elgin-1; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

City of Elgin is seeking a part-time Before/After School Supervisor for the Elgin Parks & Recreation program. You will coordinate activities, supervise 8–10 children daily, and work with staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment.

Responsibilities include health and behavior information, records, reporting, and upholding city policies. The role involves mornings and/or afternoons during the August–June window, with seasonal hours.

Qualifications

• Previous effective supervisory experience working with youth and/or teenagers preferably in a youth care setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and account for approximately 8 - 10 participants on a daily basis.
• Implement activities designated to promote fun, educational and character building and maximize safety and participate in all activities with the children.
• Know all pertinent information of the children in the program including health and behavior concerns.
• Report concerns to the Before/After School Site Leaderr and/or BASE Coordinator promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas and care for equipment and supplies.
• Keep accurate records/reports and complete written records as required.
• Resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic manner.
• Work in an unstructured environment with positive attitude and leadership qualities.
• Maintain a positive public image and provide customer service.
• Provide information on Parks & Recreation activities and facilities.
• Wear staff uniform and attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Abide by City rules and Employee Manual.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Reliability

Communication skills

Interpersonal with youth and families

Policy enforcement

Multitasking

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Responsible for the overall safety and welfare of the participants in the before & after school program at District 301 elementary schools, planning activities and coordinating their program plans with staff to assure the success of the program.

This position reports directly to the Before/After School Site Leader and/or Community Recreation Supervisor.

• Supervise and account for approximately 8 - 10 participants on a daily basis.
• Will implement activities designated to promote fun, educational and character building and maximize safety and participate in all activities with the children.
• Be responsible for knowing all pertinent information of the children in the program including health and behavior concerns.
• Report any concerns and/or problems to the Before/After School Site Leaderr and/or BASE Coordinator as soon as possible.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas of use and care properly for all equipment and supplies.
• Keep accurate records/reports and complete all written/records as required.
• Resolve problems and/or conflicts and deal with individuals and/or situations in a sensitive and mature manner.
• Work in a typically unstructured environment using a positive attitude, imagination and innovative techniques combined with solid leadership qualities.
• Maintain a positive public image and attitude with good public relations and customer service.
• Provide general information on Parks & Recreation activities and facilities.
• Wear appropriate staff uniform and attend all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Abide by all City of Elgin rules and regulations as outlined in the Employee Manual.

1. Previous effective supervisory experience working with youth and/or teenagers preferably in a youth care setting preferred.
2. Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and excellent communication skills.
3. Ability to work pleasantly with youth, families, school personnel and fellow employees.
4. Ability to enforce all rules and policies of the program and the City at the facility in a diplomatic manner.
5. Be able to handle multiple duties/tasks.
6. CPR/AED certified within 3 months of employment.

Approximately 25 hr/week – Seasonal Position
August through June – 6:45 am to 9:15 am AND/OR 3:15 to 6:15 pm - Monday - Friday