After School Program Aide

Location: The Salvation Army Marietta Corps About this opportunity: Leads children’s activities in and after school program including classroom training, tutoring, sports activities, bible study, computer programs and specialized programs; prepares and serves children snacks; assists in leading activities and maintains the cleanliness of the program areas Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.); prepares and processes supply orders; Maintains the after school program materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability necessities of the programs. Key responsibilities: Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner. Institutes and follows lesson plans which are age-group program specific; utilizes age-group appropriate discovery areas, enriched with program-specific activities, including teacher-made materials and hands-on activities. Determines appropriate supplies and materials for lesson plans and recreational activities; ensures the children's safety in utilizing the same. Provides opportunities for physical and mental stimulation through both inside and outside learning activities. Prepares and serves children snacks and meals; ensures that children receive nutritional and tasteful food. Provides positive, relaxed atmosphere during children mealtime encouraging conversation. Organizes and supervises recreational activities; observes, monitors, and supervises children on the playground. Exhibits control of the children and when needed displays proper discipline techniques Monitors and ensures the personal hygiene of the children, including toilet assistance, diapering, etc.; adheres to sanitary procedures. Maintains the classroom materials in an orderly fashion. Maintains accountability for any supplies necessary for classroom programs. Reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner. Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.) Builds and maintains effective and positive relationships with parents; informs parents of children's progress and specific incidents. Follows guidelines provided on Standards of Performance. Performs other duties as assigned. Assists with transporting children whenever needed; ensures the safety and protection of children at all times.  Attends and participate in regularly scheduled in-service training sessions.    What we are looking for in you: High school diploma or G.E.D. required Two years' experience teaching child development programs in a church or pre-school or,  Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to meet attendance requirements. Duties are performed in a classroom, gym, and outdoor settings.  Sitting, walking, and standing are required. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs) 5-10% of work time. Work requires working indoors and outdoors daily with exposure to physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.    Employee Benefits Paid Time Off Aflac Benefits Why work for us? The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good. Additional Information: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. Application Submittal Period:  03/01/2025-03/14/2025 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled