On-Call Program Aide for After School Programs

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) is seeking an On-Call Program Aide to support education programs across seven Arlington sites. This role provides temporary coverage, supervising students and assisting with activities after school.

You will follow site-provided lesson plans, ensure a safe, engaging environment, and communicate professionally with students and families. Availability during the school year and some summer hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children or in educational/youth settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different ages, sites, and schedules.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional; able to work on-call.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide program support and supervision during staff absences.
• Facilitate activities as directed by site staff.
• Maintain a safe, engaging out-of-school-time environment.
• Follow lesson plans and program schedules.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, and staff.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and materials.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent and self-directed

Punctual and dependable

Bilingual (a plus)

Job description

AHC (Affordable Homes & Communities) is a mission-driven, non-profit organization committed to developing affordable, workforce, and mixed-income rental housing in the Virginia, Washington DC, and Baltimore regions. With a resident-centric approach, we manage over 8,000 apartment units in 50+ communities, providing educational programs and social services through our Resident Services team.

About the Team

The residents of Affordable Homes & Communities are at the heart of all we do. AHC builds opportunities by creating quality homes with holistic resident services. We drive change through innovation, genuine partnerships, and responsible investment.

Resident Services Goal is Transformational Engagement - Build and sustain healthy, beautiful, and equitable communities with our residents to open doors through which they can create homes, neighborhoods, and the lives they want to live. The four cornerstones of Resident Services programming are Education, Economic Mobility, Health & Wellness, and Community Engagement.

About the Job

The On-Call Program Aide provides temporary coverage and support in AHC Education programs when regular staff members are absent or additional support is needed. This position works on an as-needed basis and may be served at different program sites and with different age groups in elementary school. The On-Call Program Aide helps maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging out-of-school time environment while supporting students and implementing activities and lesson plans provided by site staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide program support and supervision during the absence of regular program staff.
• Facilitate educational, recreational, and enrichment activities as directed by site staff.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging out-of-school time environment.
• Follow lesson plans, program schedules, and established routines provided by site staff.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, and staff.
• Supervise and ensure the well-being of students throughout the shift.
• Support positive youth development practices and behavior management strategies.
• Assist with program setup, cleanup, and preparation of materials as needed.
• Adhere to all AHC policies, procedures, and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children or in educational or youth development settings preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different age groups, program settings, and locations.
• Ability to work independently and follow provided lesson plans and instructions.
• Must be dependable, punctual, flexible, and professional.
• Bilingual skills are a plus
• On-call, as needed.
• Typical school-year program hours occur Monday through Thursday between 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
• Specific site schedules vary. Some programs operate from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., while others operate from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Summer program hours may vary and generally occur during daytime hours.
• Advance notice will be provided whenever possible; however, same-day coverage requests may occasionally occur.

Hours and Location

• No guaranteed weekly hours.
• Hours will vary based on program needs, staff absences, and site coverage requests.
• Typical assignments range from 2 to 12 hours per week during the school year, depending on availability and program needs.

Location could be any of our seven sites in Arlington.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

AHC is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

AHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state and local law.