Job Description Functions: Under the direction of the Before/After School Site Director, staff members are responsible for helping out with activities and games for participants in the program. The Before/After School Staff must provide the participants with a leadership role, and be a positive role model to them. The staff is responsible for organizing and leading daily activities, keeping a clean and safe workspace for the children.

Qualifications:

-Must be at least 16 years of age.

- Previous experience working with elementary school aged children wanted, not required

-Possess basic knowledge and understanding of school aged children.

-The ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

-Possess the ability to follow written and oral directions.

Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

-Provide participants with the appropriate leadership during the program.

-Prepare the daily snack for the participants.

-Develop and plan activities that incorporate program goals into the daily routine.

-Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for participants.

-Prepare activities that are developmentally appropriate for the age of the children.

-Communicate with the parents through daily drop-off and pick-up.

- Maintain a safe environment for participants

-Maintain a positive attitude

-Keep the room neat and orderly.

-Must be able to work closely with co-workers and other employees and set an example for the participants.

-Ability to use good judgment and effective problem solving skills

The hours worked on a daily basis vary; a work schedule will be issued based on ratio, school vacations and holidays.

Physiological Considerations:

-Prolonged standing could affect some individual’s blood pressure. Staff may need to respond quickly and accurately The worker may also have to work under stressful situations when first aid or CPR is required.