Job Details

SUMMARY: To lead activities and assist in the supervision of K3-K5 students from 2:30 - 5:30 pm.

Student employees hired for this position may be eligible for the Federal Work Study program. If you are qualified, you will be contacted with more information.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises children in grades K3-K5 in a loosely-structured play environment after school
• Leads the children in activities, deals with small discipline issues, plays with the children, and ensures their safety at all times
• Answers the walkie-talkies and maintains accurate tracking sheets for the children
• Reports to the Late Stay Supervisor
• Maintains consistent discipline with the children
• Maintains a safe, clean, and appealing play environment
• Times available: 2:30pm -5:30pm

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be enrolled as a student at Bob Jones University
• Successfully complete SLED and FBI background checks
• Complete a physical exam including a TB test (K3 and K4 staff only)
• Capable of maintaining a positive attitude and caring concern towards children, coworkers, parents, and supervisor
• Observant, active, and able to use sound judgment and initiative
• Ability to work independently and with coworkers
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for young children
• Ability to provide guidance to young children
• Ability to move quickly when needed
• Ability to (occasionally) lift children, equipment, and supplies; lift up to 50 lbs.; push/pull up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to hear and see at a distance

JOB SKILLS EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Experience in working with children, in a church, daycare, school, or camp environment preferred

Certificates and Licenses:

• DSS Certification (K3 and K4 staff)
• Blood-Borne Pathogens Training
• 15 clock hours of training annually pertaining to Growth and Development, Curriculum, and Health and Safety
• First Aid/CPR Training good, but not required

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