After School Program Staff (3rd Grade - 12th Grade)

Job Description

Job Description

NorthStar is seeking responsible, enthusiastic individuals to work directly with youth in the after-school and summer programs. Staff report to the Senior Manager and work with a team to supervise groups of students. They are responsible for leading youth through various program activities as assigned by Senior Manager. They provide students with a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to try new things and develop skills. They serve as positive role models and mentors, building professional relationships that support students’ academic achievement and overall wellbeing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead youth through various program activities, adhering to schedules and instructions. Activities may include gym/field games, arts and crafts, academic support, field trips, and other experiences that promote the development of students.

• Work with a team to prepare activities before students arrive.

• Actively supervise students during activities, prioritizing safety at all times.

• Use engagement strategies to make activities fun and interactive for all students.

• Consistently model positive habits for students.

• Set clear behavior expectations aligned with the Student Code of Conduct.

• Maintain clean and orderly program spaces.

• Use technology such as smart TVs, iPads, Bluetooth speakers, and walkie-talkies to help with program operations.

• Build supportive professional relationships with students, families, program staff, volunteers, and external partners.

• Attend scheduled meetings, community events, professional development sessions, and trainings.

• Perform any other duties that may be assigned on an as-needed basis.
  

Job Qualifications

• Must be19 years of age or older

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Reliable transportation and ability to maintain consistent attendance.

• Successful background check and drug screening

• Ability to interact with people from different backgrounds with empathy and cultural awareness

• Strong organizational skills (planning, prioritizing tasks, managing time)

• Strong communication skills (speaking, listening, writing, reading comprehension)

• Prior experience working with youth preferred

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Staff must be able to:

• regularly move about program spaces for several hours daily with ample energy

• physically assist students during activities, which may require: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or reaching, moving, lifting, and/or handling objects, using basic tools and/or office supplies

• efficiently communicate with students and staff during fast-paced activities

• visually monitor groups of students during fast-paced activities

• quickly identify and react to environmental sounds

• maintain focus when noise levels are moderate to loud

• perform job duties in indoor and outdoor settings, occasionally during poor weather
  

Schedule and Seasonal Hours

After-school program staff typically work 15–25 hours per week, with schedules varying seasonally based on program needs.

School Year (August–May)

During the after-school program, hours are typically 2:00PM-7:00PM, Monday through Friday; coordinating with Omaha Public Schools calendar.

Summer (June–July)

During summer programming, hours are typically one of the following options:

• 8:30AM -12:30PM, Monday through Thursday

• 11:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday through Thursday

• 8:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday through Thursday

Schedules may vary due to holidays, school breaks, parent-teacher conferences, training requirements, or other special circumstances.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting rate: $17 per hour

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Referral program

• Training and professional development
  

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