Children's Recreation Assistant

Launch; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LAUNCH Connect and Thrive program is based on social emotional and experiential learning. Assistants will facilitate preplanned activities for children ages 11-18 who are OPWDD eligible in community settings, ensuring a safe, positive environment.

This part-time, non-exempt position in Syracuse, NY requires a high school diploma and experience with children; knowledge of disabilities is preferred and driving to program sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate preplanned activities for children ages 11-18 who are OPWDD eligible.
• Facilitate positive interactions between students in community settings.
• Maintain a safe, positive and organized environment.

Skills

Multi-age instruction

Critical thinking

Tech literacy

Reading comprehension

Written & verbal

Education

High school diploma

Experience with children

Disabilities knowledge preferred

Job description

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Children's Recreation Assistant

Manual Labor Syracuse, NY, US

Children’s Recreation Assistant

Reports to: Director of Education

Location: 441 West Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse NY (Variety of Community settings)

Part Time: One Saturday/month

Non-Exempt: $22.00/hour

About Us

LAUNCH has been proudly serving the greater Onondaga County area for over 40 years. Offering individualized services that foster learning, independence, and growth -- guided by the principle that learning is unique for each individual and occurs in all spheres of life. We serve and support anyone who seeks guidance in learning. This can include children, adults, families, parents, and caregivers from all backgrounds as well as learning styles.

About the Role

LAUNCH Connect and Thrive (Children’s Recreation) program is based on social emotional and experiential learning. Assistants will be responsible for facilitating preplanned activities for children ages 11-18 who are OPWDD eligible. Assistants will facilitate positive interactions between students in a variety of community settings. Maintaining a safe, positive and organized environment.

Our philosophy is to show children that learning can be a positive experience and we expect our teachers to exemplify that philosophy in the classroom and community.

Education & Experience

High school diploma

Experience working with children

Knowledge of disabilities preferred

Physical ability to supervise and participate in all activities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required skills include: Ability to integrate multi-age instructional strategies, critical thinking, basic technology/e-mail, reading comprehension, effective written and verbal expression.

Conditions of Employment

Must possess a valid driver’s license and transportation necessary to meet program needs.