After-School Childcare Activity Leader
Roanoke County
Roanoke, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on July 25, 2019
Performs responsible recreational and clerical work in accordance with the program standards for children and/or youth at an assigned location. Responsible for organizing, planning and engaging in organized recreational activities with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Organizes and schedules activities to include appropriate games, music, arts and crafts. Collects fees. Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be available to work Monday - Friday, 1:45PM to 6:00PM during the school year (August through May).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
EducationRequired: High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college level courses or six month’s programmatic experience with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Experience Preferred: Some experience working with children in a structured environment. Certifications/ Licenses Required: Must have current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or obtain same after employment. Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be available to work Monday - Friday, 1:45PM to 6:00PM during the school year (August through May).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Plans, organizes and conducts or participates in games, music, arts, crafts, playground and other appropriate activities.
- Collects fees.
- Supervises all activities to ensure the protection and safety of all participants.
- Provides a positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior using age-appropriate limits and choices
- Encourages children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community
- Teaches good eating habits and personal hygiene
- Ensures children have proper rest periods
- Ensures each child has individualized support in each activity
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
EducationRequired: High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college level courses or six month’s programmatic experience with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Experience Preferred: Some experience working with children in a structured environment. Certifications/ Licenses Required: Must have current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or obtain same after employment. Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- General knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children ages five (5) through twelve (12) in a child care setting and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13).
- Ability to deal effectively with participants, encouraging participation in the various activities; and develop and maintain effective relationships with other employees, activity participants and the general public.
About this company
The Roanoke County Human Resources Department provides consulting services and programs intended to attract, motivate, and retain efficient and productive employees for Roanoke County.
The goal of the department is to create and sustain an organizational design and culture for Roanoke County that continuously improves cooperation, well-being, and effectiveness through optimum use of employees’ skills and talents.
Location/Region: Roanoke, VA