Summer Academy Youth Assistant

Marlboro County School District; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Marlboro County School District is seeking enthusiastic high school seniors to join as Summer Program Youth Assistants. This seasonal role involves facilitating fun and engaging activities for younger students and providing mentorship and support.

Ideal candidates should possess positive energy, a strong work ethic, and be at least 16 years old by the start date. The program runs from June 4 to June 26, 2026, at Marlboro County High School or Bennettsville Primary School.

Qualifications

• Must be a rising high school senior or a graduating senior.
• Must be at least 16 years old by the start date.
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned school site.
• Ability to pass a standard school district background check.

Responsibilities

• Help lead recreational games and activities.
• Provide mentorship and academic assistance to campers.
• Assist teachers in monitoring students during activities.
• Help prepare daily materials and organize classrooms.
• Participate in daily morning briefings with staff.

Skills

Positive energy

Strong work ethic

Education

Rising high school senior or graduating senior (Class of 2026 or 2027)

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to gain leadership experience, make a difference in your community, and have a blast this summer? We are seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and energetic Rising High School Seniors and Graduating Seniors to join our team as Summer Program Youth Assistants. In this role, you will work closely with adult instructors to facilitate a fun, safe, and engaging environment for younger students (grades K-8) attending our district's summer enrichment, academic, and recreational programs. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your resume, develop communication skills, and explore careers in education, counseling, or childcare.

Responsibilities

• Activity Facilitation: Help lead recreational games, arts and crafts, STEM projects, and team-building activities.
• Student Support: Provide mentorship and academic assistance to campers, ensuring everyone feels included and supported.
• Safety & Supervision: Assist lead teachers in monitoring students during classroom time, lunch, recess, and field trips to maintain a safe environment.
• Operations & Setup: Help prepare daily materials, organize classrooms, and clean up after activities.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in daily morning briefings with staff to coordinate the day\'s schedule and themes.

Position Details & Compensation

Employment Type: Seasonal
Duration: June 4 - June 26, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 am–12:30 pm
Pay Rate: $15.00/hr
Location: Marlboro County High School or Bennettsville Primary School

Qualifications & Skills

We are looking for students who bring positive energy and a strong work ethic.

• Must be a rising high school senior or a graduating senior (Class of 2026 or 2027).
• Must be at least 16 years old by the start date.
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned school site.
• Ability to pass a standard school district background check/fingerprinting (completed upon hire).