Part-time Afterschool Leader at Douglass

Job Details

The Afterschool Leader is responsible for planning and implementing activities and supervising and leading children in the afterschool program. Activities are geared to providing a safe, positive environment for school-aged children, K-5.

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability to plan and lead recreational activities for children at assigned age level
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate behavior of children
• CPR and First Aid certified (if not, willing to be certified through the Park District within two weeks of hire.) Certification must be from an accredited agency
• Physically able to be actively involved in childrens recreation activities
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Park District staff and the general public
• POSITIVE CAN DO TEAM ATTITUDE

SUPERVISION

The Afterschool Leader is supervised by the Program Coordinator at each specific site.

CLASSIFICATION

• Non-Exempt, hourly
• Part-Time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all Champaign Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and themselves
• Plan, organize, and implement daily age-appropriate recreational activities and events for school-aged children
• Closely supervise program participants at all times
• Maintain accurate program and participant records
• Responsible for attendance procedures
• Use appropriate discipline and guidance techniques with after school participants
• Thoroughly complete accident, incident, and other reports as necessary
• Maintain good public relations with participants, parents, other staff members, and general public
• Submit supply lists, newsletter information, and other written materials as assigned
• Responsible for the maintenance and safe and proper use of program supplies
• Maintain the program environment in a clean and orderly fashion
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for participants
• Responsible for maintaining an open line of communication with the Program Coordinator regarding all situations concerning the program, participants, and staff
• Communicate effectively with staff, participants, and parents
• Must wear a Champaign Park District shirt during working hours
• Attend all required meetings and trainings
• Other duties as assigned

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Responsible for safe and well-organized programs
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality with highly sensitive information
• Must have the ability to work in a team atmosphere which promotes positive working relationships with internal and external customers
• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Must be able to respond to problem situations in a mature manner and within the policies and procedures of the Champaign Park District

PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

• May need to respond quickly and accurately
• Must be physically able to administer CPR and First Aid as necessary
• Must be physically active to lead activities

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

• May be exposed to all weather conditions

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS

• Must be able to work well with people, resolve problems fairly and with judgment in keeping with the mission of the district
• Should exercise creativity and resourcefulness in developing and implementing projects
• Must be able to respond quickly and accurately in emergency situations
• Must understand written and verbal communication
• Should be safety conscious at all times