Kids Club Aide

Description

Are you passionate about supporting young minds in a nurturing and faith‑based environment? We are looking for a dedicated Kids Club Aide to join our team! In this fulfilling role, you'll have the chance to create a safe, engaging atmosphere where students can explore, play, and grow after the school day ends. You’ll work alongside other Kids Club Aides and the Kids Club Coordinator to help foster both academic skills and Christian values in our students.

If you’re eager to make a positive impact and be a part of a loving community, we invite you to apply and help us inspire the next generation!

The Kids Club Aide will support students and staff in our after‑school program, helping to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment that reflects Biblical Christian values. The position is part‑time with hours from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through encouragement and example
• Exercise open and respectful communication with fellow aides, supervisors, and other school staff
• Assist in managing student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
• Adhere to and honor Valley Christian standards, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Assist with check‑in and check‑out processes for after‑school attendees
• Supervise students on the playground and maintain visual on all students
• Implement playground rules
• Plan and execute crafts, games, and activity centers for attendees
• Assist with set up and breakdown of crafts, games, and centers
• Wipe down tables and counters
• Secure doors and play areas
• Maintain professional communication with fellow VCS staff, students, and parents
• Help students with homework when needed

• Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony to others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs align with our school’s Mission & Beliefs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
• Ability to multi‑task with organization
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment, and react with discretion under varying conditions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for tracking student attendance
• Flexibility to stay late if a parent arrives late
• Ability to communicate with parents when students misbehave during Kids Club
• Ability to create a weekly schedule for Kids Club attendees
• Curriculum CPR and First Aid certifications preferred
• Must comply with background check procedures at time of hiring

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• May need to stoop, bend, turn, push, pull, reach, and climb stairs (2‑story)
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Responsive to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed
• Frequent walking throughout the campus
• Work around small children, including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs
• Lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency

VCS conducts pre‑employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, and activities. In addition, VCS does not discriminate in its employment practices. VCS reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion.

$17‑$20 hourly