YOUTH DEVELOPMENT LEADER - AFTERSCHOOL (PART-TIME)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description :

Under the direction of the Site Director, Youth Development Leaders will implement recreational activities with groups of up to 10 - 15 students. They will work as a member of a team to implement age-appropriate learning and enrichment activities. Youth Development Leaders will serve as positive role models by displaying positive behaviors encouraging students to respect themselves as well as others.

Primary Job Functions :

• Shows initiative, resourcefulness and sound judgment in developing activities for children whenever there is free time and there is a need for unscheduled activities.
• Shows respect to children and requires respect from children.
• Takes an active role in making sure that program objectives are met.
• Puts safety and security of children first, never leaving children unattended or in harm’s way and responds appropriately to situations requiring first aid.
• Supervises games and sport activities, without participating in horseplay with children or peers.
• Accompanies children on buses when enroute to and from field trips to ensure children’s safety and maintain appropriate behavior.
• Sets a positive example for children to follow.
• Observes children’s behavior and applies appropriate behavior-management techniques. Alerts Site Director of excessive behavior problems.
• Does not become physical with children or attempt to impose discipline.
• Informs and alerts the Site Director of any incident that is out of the ordinary that may require attention or intervention.
• Makes recommendations to Site Director on behalf of children deserving of positive reinforcement, recognition, and / or discipline.
• Participates in meeting with Site Directors to discuss issues specific to the site, demonstrating teamwork and cooperation.
• Demonstrates professionalism when interacting with children, parents, Site Director, teachers, volunteers, visitors, etc. ensuring that each person is treated with dignity and respect.
• Adheres to all Upper Room policies, procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Education and Experience)