What are the responsibilities and job description for the Before and After School Program Aide-Sept 2024-2025 School Year position at Town of Wallkill Boys & Girls Club, Inc.?
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Program Aide is responsible for the daily operations of the assigned Club, with the primary responsibility of implementing programs, services and activities for Club members in grades K-12. The Program Aide will be responsible for supervising Club members, the school facilities and all equipment utilized. The Program Aide will be responsible for building relationships with parents, schools and additional members of the organization.
KEY ROLES: (Essential Job Responsibilities):
- Monitor programs, services and activities to ensure safety of the Club members and quality of the programs.
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes by promoting and stimulating program participation and providing guidance and role modeling to members.
- Maintain Club rules for all Club members and staff.
- Implement lesson plans, calendars and curriculum for a diverse Boys & Girls Club program, including the implementation of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America programming in each of the 5 core program areas at least once a week.
- Participate in regular program staff meetings and the development or implementation of special events, initiatives, etc. Attend staff development trainings as necessary (15 hours annually)
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with parents and families of Club members.
- Assume other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Experience volunteering/working for a nonprofit or youth development agency preferred.
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and experience working with school aged children.
- Ability to establish positive relationship with a diverse population of youth ages 5 to 18.
- Enthusiastic with good organizational skills.
- Knowledge of youth development.
- Ability to organize and supervise children in a safe environment.
- Strong written & oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Knowledge of the Boys & Girls Clubs’ mission, values and goals.
- Knowledge of NYS School Age Child Care (SACC) license regulations, requirements, and ensuring their implementation and maintenance in program.
- Must be a team player who is able to think logically and analytically.
- Ability to work under pressure and produce results in a timely manner
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, community groups, and other related agencies.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $17