School-Age Child Care Group/Activity Leaders & Assistants/Part-time
hace 2 años
Stamford
Job Description ROSCCO Mission To address the need for safe, structured, and quality programs for families and their children. Before & After School Programs Group/Activity Leaders & Assistants - Job Description Currently our only open positions are in the After School Programs at Roxbury, Newfield, KT Murphy and Stillmeadow Schools.Purpose of Position * Provide a successful, safe, and supervised educational setting for children to receive childcare and recreation. * Maintain a safe and healthy environment. * Promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of the children. * Facilitate effective communication between parents and the program. Minimum Qualifications Activity Leaders & Assistants * Must be at least 16 years of age. * Have completed at least two years of high school. * Demonstrate a strong desire to work with children. * Must submit Medical and Criminal Record Clearances. * Must be able to reliably commute to and from the program site(s) in a timely manner. * Pay Scale: $16.00-$17.00 per hour. Group Leaders & Group Assistants * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Have completed at least one year of college or have at least one year of related experience working with children. * Demonstrate a strong desire to work with children. * Must submit Medical and Criminal Record Clearances. * Must be able to reliably commute to and from the program site(s) in a timely manner. * Pay Scale: $18.00-$21.00 per hour. Duties and Responsibilities * Support the needs of all children, including those who are at risk, have special needs, are gifted, or come from culturally diverse backgrounds. * Help implement all elements of the after-school program. * Assist in planning and facilitating recreational activities that promote development across all domains: social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. * Supervise group activities while addressing the unique needs of each child. * Follow a consistent daily schedule that includes group experiences, choice time, music and movement, motor skill activities, meals, and smooth transitions. * Encourage problem-solving, cooperation, socialization, experimentation, and decision-making. Ask open-ended questions and actively listen. * Supervise and monitor children at all times. * Respond appropriately to crises or emergency situations. * After specialized training, provide first aid/CPR, practice universal precautions, and access emergency services when needed. * Assist in maintaining accurate reports and records as required by licensing and program operations. * Participate in team meetings to support collaboration and service planning. * Perform additional duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Willingness to learn and take initiative. * Ability to accept direction and feedback from supervisors. * Excellent communication skills. Core Attributes (R.O.S.C.C.O.) R = Responsible, Reliable, & Resourceful O = Organized, Outstanding Energy & Observant S = Strong Communicator, Safety Supervisor, & Steps Up C = Caring, Calm & Collected C = Creative, Compassionate & Committed O = Open to Learning & Out of This World!