After School Program Asst Coordinator

Job Objective : This position is responsible for the assisting with the development, implementation and management of the after school program, ensuring high quality services are provided to participating children.

Essential Functions :

• Participate in the planning, preparation and implementation of program activities
• Create a safe and positive learning environment for the children
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness of students to ensure their safety at all times while on The Salvation Army property
• Assist with student check-in
• Assist with distribution of meals and snacks according to health department guidelines
• Maintain program routines and schedules
• Assist with addressing instances of student misconduct
• Communicate in an effective manner
• Model positive disposition at all times
• Maintain positive communication and rapport with families
• Lead students in necessary emergency procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of spaces and report any safety issues to the After-School Program Coordinator
• Assist in maintaining accurate records and other required documentation
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent required; minimum one year post-secondary education preferred

Age : Must be at least 18 years old

Experience : Minimum 1-year previous experience in childcare or education required

Certifications / Licenses : None

Skills / Abilities :

• Ability to work independently and on a set schedule
• Ability to perform duties reliably and timely
• Ability to effectively communicate with all program stakeholders
• Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner

Supervisory Responsibility : None

Physical Requirements : Include actively participating in activities with children, standing for extended periods of time;

walking, running, bending, reaching; lifting up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel : None

Driving : Must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence; must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to driver either a Salvation Army or personnel vehicle for Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions : The work environment for this position includes a classroom, gymnasium and outdoor environment.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission : The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical p art of the universal Christian c hurch .

Its message is based on the Bible . Its ministry is motivated by the love of God . Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.