After School Program Staff

Job Title: Childcare Support Staff (After School Club)
Compensation: $15-20/Hour, Based on experience and education

Availability: We are actively looking to fill a part-time position on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30pm-6:00pm. An ideal candidate for this position has availability during afterschool hours on other weekdays as well to fill in as a substitute.

Position Overview
Childcare Support Staff are the enthusiastic, positive, and caring leaders of our After School Club program, serving elementary-age (Kindergarten through 6th Grade) students from Wilbur McMahon School. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children, fostering a supportive environment, and contributing to community-centered programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, compassionate care to After School Club participants
• Offering homework help and academic guidance
• Engaging children in age-appropriate games and activities
• Preparing and serving snacks during snack time
• Foster a inclusive, and welcoming learning environment
• Implement classroom management strategies when appropriate
• Maintain a safe environment, including implementing food safety measures and administering basic first aid
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, parents/guardians, program leadership, and the Wilbur McMahon School staff and Administration
• Uphold all organizational policies related to child safety and program operations
• Maintain licensing requirements as mandated by the Rhode Island Department of Human Services including maintaining professional development standards, and ensuring mandated reporting requirements are met per law (RIGL §40-11-3)
• Assist with the opening and closing of the childcare facility, including real time maintenance and cleaning as appropriate

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, ages 18+ preferred
• Experience working with children (formal or informal) preferred
• Ability to lead activities such as crafts and games, supervise groups of up to 13 children, and foster a positive atmosphere
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated reliability, patience, adaptability, and an upbeat attitude
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain as part of paid onboarding)
• Successfully pass all screening requirements of the Department of Human Services including comprehensive background checks
• High level of proficiency in Google Suite (or willingness to learn)

Physical Requirements

• This position requires some amount of sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, lightly running, bending, throwing, carrying a tote bag of supplies, leading a wagon of supplies and other childcare-related movements and positions.
• This position requires staff to be both indoor and outdoors. Staff are expected to dress as appropriate for the weather.

Additional Opportunities
Childcare Support Staff may also assist with a variety of children’s events and family programs throughout the year, including but not limited to:

• Children’s Movie Night (Monthly)
• Easter Spree (Annual)
• Memorial Day Celebration (Annual)
• Family Christmas Movie Night (Annual)

Interested individuals should apply via Indeed or contact Children's Programs Manager Gwyn Hallman at childprograms@lccenter.org with an attached resume. Cover letters are encouraged, but not required.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• After School Club is open Monday through Friday from 2:30pm-6:00pm. We are urgently hiring for a staff person on Wednesday and Thursdays. What is your current weekday availability?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person