AFTER SCHOOL CREW - GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TEXAS

GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL · Georgetown, United States

After School Crew Team: The G After 3

Reports To: After School Program Coordinator

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Salary Range: $15.00- $17.00 Hourly

Calendar: 176B

Schedule: 2:15 PM - 6:15 PM, Monday - Friday

Location: Gateway College Preparatory School, Georgetown Texas

Position Summary

The After School Crew Member is responsible for supervising and engaging with a designated group of students through daily activities including homework assistance, games, enrichment activities, crafts, and physical recreation while maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment. Our staff actively engages with children in a responsible, enthusiastic, and meaningful manner in order to provide a safe and positive after school experience. On a daily basis, staff members fulfill the roles of encourager, mentor, participant, role model, and mediator through various activities. Team members must be ready to learn something new every day, enjoy physical activity, get messy, maintain a positive attitude, adapt to changing situations, and be prepared to impact lives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively prepare, energetically lead, and actively participate in activities for small and large groups of students
• Supervise and interact with children in a safe, fun, positive, and responsible manner
• Maintain accountability and appropriate supervision of assigned students at all times
• Facilitate daily activities including homework help, arts and crafts, games, enrichment activities, and outdoor play
• Support group leaders with beginning-of-day and end-of-day duties
• Ensure duties are accomplished in the event of a staff absence, emergency, or parent conference
• Positively model appropriate behavior and coach students through conflict resolution and behavior redirection
• Communicate openly and professionally with parents regarding student progress, behavior, and participation
• Build positive relationships with students through encouragement, mentorship, and engagement
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to procedures and expectations outlined in the school district employee handbook
• Actively support fellow staff members with activities, group management, planning, and problem-solving
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping down tables, cleaning, and organizing supplies and equipment daily
• Assist with student healthcare needs such as basic first aid, distributing snacks, and administering medications as directed
• Participate in physical, active, and high-energy activities with students
• Attend weekly staff meetings to collaborate, create lessons and planned activities
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude at all times
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

Knowledge and Skills

Must be committed, caring, and understanding

Ability to portray a professional and positive attitude and use leadership qualities effectively

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team

Ability to relate to, lead, and give directions to children in both large and small group settings

Ability to participate in physical, active, and high-energy activities

Ability to adapt and remain flexible when needed

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time effectively and meet established deadlines

Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and engaging environment for children

Training

First Aid and CPR Certification

CPI Certified (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Child Abuse Awareness and Bullying Awareness Training

Other designated staff training as required

Dress Code Requirements

Closed-toe shoes

Comfortable and appropriate attire suitable for working with children and participating in activities

Staff member shirt (provided)

Working Conditions

Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, indoor and outdoor activities, and occasional lifting. Must maintain a level of general physical and emotional health that permits effective performance of duties. Regularly lifts and carries up to 50 pounds. Requires a high level of mental alertness and the ability to tolerate moderate to high levels of stress in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to enroll in benefits, but all premiums are the employee's responsibility. The employer does not provide a financial contribution toward coverage.