P/T ASAP Program Leader

City of Deer Park; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Deer Park is seeking an enthusiastic individual to support the After School Program (ASAP).

Responsibilities include guiding 5-12 year olds in a recreation setting, managing behavior, assisting with activities, and enforcing rules; occasional duties in Gameroom and Special Events during peak times. High emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Course work in Elementary Education, first aid and CPR certificates desired.
• Work experience with 5-12 year olds in a recreational setting a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead 5-12 year olds in a recreation setting and manage behavior.
• Assist with activities and enforce program policies.
• Assist with Gameroom and Special Events during peak times.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Child supervision

Education

Elementary Education coursework

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of administrative and semi-skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of the After School Program.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervisions of a Recreation Specialist who oversees the ASAP program

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May direct some activities of ASAP program aides

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Will lead 5-12 year olds in recreation setting, manage behavior problems, assist with activities and enforce policies and procedures.

Assistance with Gameroom and Special Events may be necessary during peak times.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Course work in Elementary Education, first aid and CPR certificates desireable. Work experience with 5-12 year olds in a recreational setting a plus.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

CDL Driver License is REQUIRED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and run for brief periods; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.