Lead Child Specialist, After-School & Enrichment Programs

Cedars Youth Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Overtime opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Cedars Youth Services in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks a Lead Child Specialist for the Community Learning Center. The role supports elementary-age children with safe supervision, engaging activities, and alignment to school-day curricula.

The position requires at least an associate degree or equivalent, 19+ years old, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. On-site work with potential overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Six months of working with elementary school children and families preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Age 19 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and culturally appropriate environment.
• Provide supervision of children and positive behavior management with individualized support.
• Develop developmentally appropriate program activities and lesson plans aligned with school-day curriculum.
• Ensure compliance with Nebraska childcare licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
• Maintain program documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide parents with relevant information and respond to reasonable parent requests.
• Assist with day-to-day program operations, maintain cleanliness, and manage supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Childcare experience

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Cedars Youth Services in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks a Lead Child Specialist for the Community Learning Center. The role supports elementary-age children with safe supervision, engaging activities, and alignment to school-day curricula.

The position requires at least an associate degree or equivalent, 19+ years old, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. On-site work with potential overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.