After School Kids Activity Leader

Performs responsible recreational and clerical work in accordance with the program standards for children and/or youth at an assigned location. Responsible for organizing, planning and engaging in organized recreational activities with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13). Organizes and schedules activities to include appropriate games, music, arts and crafts. Collects fees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Shift Hours and/or Days Worked:
Monday-Friday, 1:45-6:00pm

Hours Required for this position: 21.25

• Plans, organizes and conducts or participates in games, music, arts, crafts, playground and other appropriate activities.
• Collects fees.
• Supervises all activities to ensure the protection and safety of all participants.
• Provides a positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior using age-appropriate limits and choices
• Encourages children to take responsibility for their role in the classroom community

• Teaches good eating habits and personal hygiene
• Ensures children have proper rest periods
• Ensures each child has individualized support in each activity

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with college level courses or six month’s programmatic experience with children ages five (5) through twelve (12) and/or eleven (11) through thirteen (13).

Preferred:
Some experience working with children in a structured environment.

Required:

Must have current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or obtain same after employment. Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.

• General knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children ages five (5) through twelve (12) in a child care setting and/or youth ages eleven (11) through thirteen (13).
• Ability to deal effectively with participants, encouraging participation in the various activities; and develop and maintain effective relationships with other employees, activity participants and the general public.

In accordance with State licensing requirements, must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Following a conditional offer of employment, must submit to a Tuberculosis test. Must also be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Medium. Lift and/or exert force of 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

C = Continuously 5.5 to 8+ hours daily

F = Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours daily

O = Occasionally Up to 2.5 hours daily

R = Rarely Less than 1 hour per week

N = Never

Physical Demand Code: F Standing R Sitting F Walking F Lifting R Carrying O Pushing/Pulling O Reaching O Handling F Fine Dexterity O Kneeling O Crouching R Crawling F Bending F Twisting O Climbing F Balancing C Vision (Correction

Required:

N/A) C Hearing C Talking R Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc.)

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally R - Rarely N = Never

Code Health and Safety:
Environmental Factors: R Mechanical Hazards D Dirt and Dust R Chemical Hazards S Extreme Temperatures R Electrical Hazards D Noise and Vibration R Fire Hazards R Fumes and Odors N Explosives S Wetness/Humidity D Communicable Diseases R Darkness or Poor Lighting R Physical Danger or Abuse

Outdoors School Sites

Office equipment, playground equipment

First aid equipment provided