What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT OAC Afterschool Program Leader position at Derby Recreation Commission?
Who We Are Looking For:
The OAC - Afterschool Program Leader is responsible for coordinating a comprehensive after school program from 2:45 to 6:15 on School days.
What Winning As A Recreation Leader Looks Like:
- Supervise a recreational program to include sports, table games, arts and crafts, dramatics, and special activities.
- Keep accurate daily attendance records and report it on the proper form to the DRC office.
- Monitor whereabouts of assigned children and ensure safety of children at all times.
- Deal with behavior issues in an appropriate manner.
- Work with parents of children in program to ensure good communication and that the outreach program is flexible in meeting the needs of the family.
- Supervise field trips
- Wears appropriate staff attire at all times.
- Be responsible for all supplies and equipment utilized during program.
- Works all dates pertaining to the after school and summer program.
- Attend all program training.
- Carry out all other duties assigned by the Program Coordinator relating to the program.
Essential Job Requirements:
EDUCATION: A high school diploma is preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Experience working with children or providing recreational programs is preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Functions may be performed in an environment that may cause exposure to sun. Need to have the ability to see and hear, sit, stoop, bend and move about. Must posses an audible voice for communication and ability to lift light equipment.
Qualifications:
Must be 16. Needs to possess a basic knowledge of fundamental recreational activities. Mature individual with strong work habits. The ideal person will be able to build healthy teaching relationships and implement programs that nurture character and strong athletic and social skills. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Exempt/Non Exempt
Full-Time/Part-Time
Permanent/Temporary/Seasonal
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
