City of Durham
[DPR Summer/Seasonal] School Age Care Program Assistant
City of Durham, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
[DPR Summer/Seasonal] School Age Care Program Assistant
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham. Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve. A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation.
Hourly Rate:
$18.46 - $20.35/hour Location:
Various Recreation Centers Work Days/Hours:
20-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday shifts between 7:30am - 6:00pm with some evenings/weekends.
Position leads school-age care participants in a variety of fun and interactive activities according to a daily schedule, instructing group games, providing constant eye/ear supervision, facilitating special projects with participants, and providing basic behavior management. Incumbent is responsible for reporting participant issues, attending to program supply needs, and making general day to day updates to the onsite supervisor.
Duties/Responsibilities
Takes responsibility for the health, well-being, and safety of participants of all skill levels and abilities
Organizes and facilitates youth sports, games and activities, arts and crafts, music and drama, and other recreational activities
Engages with participants, learning their likes and dislikes and guiding them in successfully participating in all aspects of program activities
Collaborates with supervisor, other staff, and volunteers to conduct activities
Assists with personal care, mobility, communication, and other basic needs
Recognizes and responds to opportunities for group and individual problem solving
Provides opportunities for the group so that everyone has an experience of success
Sets a good example for participants in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, cleaning up after activities, observing rules, and sportsmanship
Monitors participant behavior, assesses its appropriateness, enforces safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applies behavior management techniques
Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of recreation participants and spectators, renders first aid in case of minor injury
Attends and participates in staff meetings, in‑service training programs, orientations, and evaluation sessions
Communicates regularly with supervisor regarding concerns, updates, and challenges
Assists in planning and conducting special events and projects and encourages participation
Assists in completing behavior, accident, and other program reports as needed, submits required paperwork on time
Encourages respect for personal property, City equipment and facilities
Position Specific Responsibilities Might Include
Performs duties in the setting of After School, Intersession, and Fun Day programs
Provides homework assistance using available resources
Recreation activities (all weather types) indoor and outdoor
In‑water supervision of program participants (swimming)
Summer Camps
Performs duties in the setting of Summer Camp programs
Recreation activities (all weather types) indoor and outdoor
In‑water supervision of program participants (swimming)
Knowledge Of
Child development
Group recreational supervision and the rules and regulations governing various competitive games, including athletics
Basic arts and crafts
Basic behavior management skills
Elementary math, science, writing, etc.
Skill In
Interacting positively and communicating effectively with children and adults
Organizing and actively facilitating a variety of recreational and social activities
Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups
Adhering to program standards and objectives
Following directions and completing assigned tasksExhibiting character, integrity, and adaptability
Report writing and record keeping
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
High School diploma/equivalent (GED, HiSet, TASC)
Six (6) months of experience working with youth in organized activities
Must be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred Skills
Experience working with children ages 5-12
Ability to manage behavior expectations, engaging with participants, and encouraging participants ages 5-12 to be involved in group/individual activities
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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Hourly Rate:
$18.46 - $20.35/hour Location:
Various Recreation Centers Work Days/Hours:
20-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday shifts between 7:30am - 6:00pm with some evenings/weekends.
Position leads school-age care participants in a variety of fun and interactive activities according to a daily schedule, instructing group games, providing constant eye/ear supervision, facilitating special projects with participants, and providing basic behavior management. Incumbent is responsible for reporting participant issues, attending to program supply needs, and making general day to day updates to the onsite supervisor.
Duties/Responsibilities
Takes responsibility for the health, well-being, and safety of participants of all skill levels and abilities
Organizes and facilitates youth sports, games and activities, arts and crafts, music and drama, and other recreational activities
Engages with participants, learning their likes and dislikes and guiding them in successfully participating in all aspects of program activities
Collaborates with supervisor, other staff, and volunteers to conduct activities
Assists with personal care, mobility, communication, and other basic needs
Recognizes and responds to opportunities for group and individual problem solving
Provides opportunities for the group so that everyone has an experience of success
Sets a good example for participants in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, cleaning up after activities, observing rules, and sportsmanship
Monitors participant behavior, assesses its appropriateness, enforces safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applies behavior management techniques
Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of recreation participants and spectators, renders first aid in case of minor injury
Attends and participates in staff meetings, in‑service training programs, orientations, and evaluation sessions
Communicates regularly with supervisor regarding concerns, updates, and challenges
Assists in planning and conducting special events and projects and encourages participation
Assists in completing behavior, accident, and other program reports as needed, submits required paperwork on time
Encourages respect for personal property, City equipment and facilities
Position Specific Responsibilities Might Include
Performs duties in the setting of After School, Intersession, and Fun Day programs
Provides homework assistance using available resources
Recreation activities (all weather types) indoor and outdoor
In‑water supervision of program participants (swimming)
Summer Camps
Performs duties in the setting of Summer Camp programs
Recreation activities (all weather types) indoor and outdoor
In‑water supervision of program participants (swimming)
Knowledge Of
Child development
Group recreational supervision and the rules and regulations governing various competitive games, including athletics
Basic arts and crafts
Basic behavior management skills
Elementary math, science, writing, etc.
Skill In
Interacting positively and communicating effectively with children and adults
Organizing and actively facilitating a variety of recreational and social activities
Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups
Adhering to program standards and objectives
Following directions and completing assigned tasksExhibiting character, integrity, and adaptability
Report writing and record keeping
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
High School diploma/equivalent (GED, HiSet, TASC)
Six (6) months of experience working with youth in organized activities
Must be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred Skills
Experience working with children ages 5-12
Ability to manage behavior expectations, engaging with participants, and encouraging participants ages 5-12 to be involved in group/individual activities
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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