After School Counselor

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for Group Leaders and Youth counselors to Build a positive relationship with each after-school participant in our care and foster positive connections. We expect you to always engage with all children actively to foster positive youth development.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates a commitment to leadership development, and community building.
• Conduct yourself as a professional and representative of the agency with all staff, parents, children, and anyone else with whom you come into contact in your role.
• Help participants develop and strengthen academic, physical, and social skills.
• Plan, implement, and lead successful educational activities, and or supervise extracurricular programs such as Dance or Art.
• Implement behavior management techniques to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Collaborate with other staff members to create a cohesive and engaging program.

Qualifications

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Education, Family Studies, Psychology, Liberal Arts, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with children in a daycare, classroom, or similar setting.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a group of children and maintain discipline.
• First aid certification is preferred.