About the role
Pay: $12.50 to $14.50 per hour
Description JOB TITLE: Afterschool Extended Day Instructor DEPARTMENT: Child & Youth Services SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Afterschool District Manager POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None JOB STATUS: Part Time, Non-Exempt SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday • 2:30PM – 5:30 PM
Summary
Provide supervision, academic support, and engaging activities for school-age children in an afterschool extended day program. This role ensures a safe, structured, and positive environment while supporting students’ educational and developmental needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tutoring and homework assistance to participating students
- Supervise assigned students and maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment
- Plan and implement daily activities for children
- Ensure accurate student sign-in and sign-out procedures
- Assist with planning and supporting parent involvement activities
- Complete required documentation (attendance, food program, incident and accident reports)
- Communicate with parents and promote program participation and enrollment
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of classrooms and program areas
- Always ensure the safety and well-being of all children
- Participate in staff meetings and required trainings
- Communicate concerns regarding students or families to the Program Coordinator
- Maintain confidentiality of all children, family, and program information
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong math and reading skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong organizational and supervision skills
- Ability to engage and manage groups of school-age children
- Professional and dependable demeanor
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Ability to sit, kneel, bend, twist, and move at a child’s level
- Ability to visually and auditorily supervise children in classrooms, playgrounds, and during field trips
Certifications & Training Requirements
- CPR, First Aid, and Preventing Disease Transmission certification
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening
- Participation in required trainings and professional development
Additional Information: For more information, contact Angie Browning at abrowning@brsinc.org .
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Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace Requirements Education/Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of two years’ experience working with school-age children in an educational, childcare, or youth services environment.