Before & After Care Counselor

Before & After Care Counselor

L Etoile Immersion School (#1407), 68 SW Miles Street, Portland, Oregon, United States of America Req #7324

Friday, September 27, 2024

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school.

The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

L'Etoile French Immersion School is an independent school accredited by the French Ministry of Education for students in preschool through grade 5.

Located in the heart of Portland in John's Landing, our approach to learning prepares children to be capable, confident students who are empowered to achieve in both French and English.

Our nurturing teachers engender a lifelong passion for learning and instill a respect for cultural traditions around the world.

About the Role

Join our team as a Before & After-School Counselor where you will create a safe and engaging environment for students during non-classroom hours.

This role involves supervising and guiding students through various activities, assisting with homework, and supporting their social and emotional development.

You will be a vital part of ensuring a smooth transition between the school day and after-school activities, providing continuity and consistency in the students' daily routine.

What We Offer :

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees including :

• Pay range : $20.00 per hour
• Health, vision, and dental benefits.
• Paid holidays and sick days.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Student tuition discount.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supervision : Ensure the safety and well-being of students during both before-school and after-school hours, overseeing activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Activity Planning : Develop and implement age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and special projects that align with our educational philosophy.
• Academic Support : Assist students with homework and provide tutoring or academic enrichment activities as needed, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Behavior Management : Encourage positive behavior and implement disciplinary measures when necessary, adhering to the school’s guidelines.
• Communication : Maintain open lines of communication with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding student progress, behavior, and any concerns.
• Record Keeping : Keep accurate records of attendance, incidents, and other required documentation to ensure program accountability.
• Team Collaboration : Work closely with other counselors, teachers, and staff to create a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Program Development : Assist in evaluating and improving program activities to better meet the needs of students and enhance their overall experience.

Skills and Experience :

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in education, child development, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience : Previous experience working with children in a school, camp, or childcare setting is highly desirable.
• Skills : Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to manage and engage groups of children, patience, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
• Certifications : CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Background Check : Successful completion of a background check is required.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their before- and after-school experiences.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language.

In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend.

This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc.

and their affiliates (collectively Company ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military / veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Other details

• Job Function Elementary Education
• Pay Type Hourly
• Employment Indicator Part Time
• Min Hiring Rate $18.00
• Max Hiring Rate $20.00
• Required Education Some College
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