Counselor

Janney Plus Programs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Janney+ provides before and after care, enrichment, language programs, and camps for PK4–5th grade students. Janney+ is seeking Before & After Care Counselors to create a safe, welcoming environment and to build positive relationships with students before and after school.

Counselors lead activities, support daily routines, and work as part of a team to ensure students have a great experience. Applicants must meet background clearance requirements and be able to supervise both indoor and outdoor

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school, camp, childcare, recreation, tutoring, or youth program preferred.
• Experience with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to actively supervise and participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Must complete all required Janney+, DCPS, and background clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise students and maintain a safe, positive environment.
• Lead and participate in games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, recreation, and other activities.
• Support daily routines including arrival, dismissal, snack, homework/reading time, and transitions.
• Help students transition to and from Janney+ enrichment and language classes.
• Follow safety, attendance, emergency, and student support procedures.
• Communicate student concerns and program needs to the JAC Director or other Janney+ leaders.
• Maintain clean, organized program spaces and assist with end-of-day cleanup.
• Work collaboratively with counselors, instructors, and Janney+ leadership.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to actively engage with students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child supervision

Lead activities

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Janney+

Janney+ provides before and after care, enrichment, language programs, and camps for students in PK4–5th grade. We are committed to creating programs that are safe, professional, and enjoyable for students and families.

Position Summary

Janney+ Before & After Care Counselors create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for students before and after school. Counselors build positive relationships with students, lead activities, support daily routines, and work as part of a team to ensure students have a great experience at Janney+.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively supervise students and maintain a safe and positive environment.


• Build strong, respectful relationships with students in PK4–5th grade.


• Lead and participate in games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, recreation, and other activities.


• Support daily routines including arrival, dismissal, snack, homework/reading time, and transitions.


• Help students transition to and from Janney+ enrichment and language classes.


• Support students through conflicts and challenging moments using calm, respectful, and age-appropriate strategies.


• Follow Janney+ safety, attendance, emergency, and student support procedures.


• Communicate student concerns and program needs to the JAC Director or other Janney+ leaders.


• Maintain clean, organized program spaces and assist with end-of-day cleanup.


• Work collaboratively with counselors, instructors, and Janney+ leadership.


• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to actively engage with students.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Caring – Builds genuine relationships with students.


• Playful – Brings positive energy and enjoys participating in activities.


• Curious – Willing to learn, ask questions, and grow.


• Dependable – Consistently shows up and follows through.


• Flexible – Comfortable working with different ages, activities, and needs.


• Calm & Patient – Can support students through conflict or challenging moments.


• A Team Player – Communicates well and takes ownership of their responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, camp, childcare, recreation, tutoring, or youth program preferred.


• Experience with elementary-aged students is preferred.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Ability to actively supervise and participate in indoor and outdoor activities.


• Must complete all required Janney+, DCPS, and background clearance requirements.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. College students and candidates with relevant youth experience are encouraged to apply.