Job Description
Job Description
Description : Do you know how to have fun? Are you up for a challenge? Do you love kids and community? Come join us at Shalom Austin Kids Connection!
Compensation and Benefits
- We’ll pay you an hourly rate of $15.00-$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and education
- No nights or weekend work
- Free DJCC Membership (pool, gym, etc.)
Activity Counselors, along with their co-counselors, will be assigned to a group of children, based by grade, Kindergarten through 5th grade for afterschool activities at Kids Connection Afterschool Program. As a group leader and facilitator, the Activity Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day programming of the group. The Activity Counselor should program to meet the needs of all campers in the group; however, the Activity Counselor must be sensitive to the goals and objectives of the program and provide a program to meet all needs. The hours are 2 : 30pm-6 : 00pm 5 days a week (with the possibility of a 3-day per week schedule).
Responsibilities include
Manage the daily routine and activities for their group. Counselors will be assigned to a particular grade, ranging from Kindergarten to 5th gradeAccountability for assigned children’s’ needs, health, and safety at all timesGoing to local elementary schools every afternoon to pick-up the children (transportation provided)Ability to drive 15 passenger vans to transport children (required)Implementing group activities and projectsMaintaining accurate rosters of children in groupDaily cleaning measures such as sanitizing surfaces, bathrooms, and other necessary materials and suppliesMaintain positive attitude and affective communication with the administrative staff, their fellow counselors, and childrenFollow emergency management and safety policiesEncourage and model respect for personal space, equipment, and facilitiesOther duties as assignedRequirements :
Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.Possess enthusiasm, patience, a great sense of humor, a strong work ethic, positivity, and the ability to work well on a team.Enthusiasm, patience, time management, a great sense of humor, attention to detail, strong work ethic, positivity, and excellent communication! Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required!A minimum of 5 years driving experience is required. You will be trained on driving our 15-passenger vans prior to transporting any children.Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check).Adhere to our Mission, Core Values, and all HR policies and procedures.