Group Leader for After-School Care

Patrick Springs Primary; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Patrick County Public Schools' Patrick Springs Primary in Patrick Springs, Virginia is seeking a Group Leader for After-School Care to provide direct supervision and care for students in the district’s after-school program until 6:00pm.

The role focuses on creating a safe, welcoming environment, coordinating academic support, enrichment, and recreation, and collaborating with staff, families, and the After-School Childcare Coordinator to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with children in school, childcare, or community settings preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification current or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan age-appropriate activities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of students in the after-school program.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, respectful environment.
• Follow established schedules and procedures for the program.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance and monitor students.
• Ensure students are released only to authorized individuals.
• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate academic, enrichment, recreational, and social activities.
• Use positive behavior management consistent with policies.
• Communicate concerns to the Coordinator or school personnel.
• Keep program areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Communicate with parents professionally about routine needs.
• Participate in required training and development.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification as required.
• Follow all district policies and safety requirements.

Skills

Supervision of children

Effective communication

Activity planning

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Group Leader for After-School Care

Patrick County Public Schools Patrick Springs Primary - Patrick Springs, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5909628
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

*after-school until 6:00pm.

General Description: The Group Leader for After-School Care is responsible for providing direct supervision, care, and support to students participating in the school division’s after-school childcare program. The Group Leader creates a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where students can receive academic support, participate in enrichment and recreational activities, and develop positive social skills.

The Group Leader works collaboratively with the After-School Childcare Coordinator, school administrators, teachers, other childcare staff, students, and families to ensure the effective operation of the after-school program and the safety and well-being of all participating students.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or community setting preferred
• Ability to effectively supervise and interact with school-age children
• Ability to plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, school personnel, and other childcare staff
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow school division policies and procedures

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide direct supervision of students participating in the after-school childcare program.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for all students.
• Follow established schedules, routines, and procedures for the after-school program.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance and account for students throughout the program.
• Ensure that students are released only to individuals authorized by the program and in accordance with established dismissal procedures.
• Plan and/or facilitate age-appropriate academic, enrichment, recreational, and social activities.
• Establish and maintain appropriate expectations for student behavior using positive behavior management strategies consistent with school division policies and program expectations.
• Communicate student behavior concerns, academic needs, injuries, illnesses, or other significant concerns to the After-School Childcare Coordinator and/or appropriate school personnel.
• Ensure that program areas are clean, organized, safe, and appropriately prepared for student activities.
• Communicate with parents and guardians in a courteous and professional manner regarding routine student needs and program-related matters.
• Refer questions, concerns, or complaints that require administrative attention to the After-School Childcare Coordinator.
• Participate in required training and professional development related to student supervision, safety, behavior management, emergency procedures, and program expectations.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification as required by the program.
• Follow all Patrick County Public Schools policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the After-School Childcare Coordinator or appropriate school division administrator.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required