Part-Time After School Program Assistant

Part-time Program Assistant

At Amigos For Kids, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing space to learn, play, and grow. Since 1991, our Miami-based nonprofit has been dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families, and educating communities. Through education, awareness, and advocacy, we help families in under-resourced communities thrive.

When you join Amigos For Kids, you become part of a dedicated team working together to uplift our community. We foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, compassion, and dedication drive everything we do.

Our free Afterschool Program at Jose Marti Park and Citrus Grove Elementary serves over 200 children, ages 6-12, from families with limited financial means. With measurable outcomes in reading, literacy, and physical fitness, we help children grow academically, socially, and personally.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Youth Services Site Coordinator, the Part-time Program Assistant is responsible for providing program and instructional support for program site.

Essential Functions Include:

• Assists with daily follow-up of program participant absences.
• Assists with the timely submission of program-related documentation by program participants.
• Conducts supply inventory.
• Performs administrative duties as needed.
• Provides arrival / dismissal support.
• Provides classroom support as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or GED, and be at least 18 years of age.

Must:

• Agree to get fingerprinted and a Level 2 background check,
• Submit to random drug testing as determined by Amigos For Kids personnel policies and procedures,
• Must complete the Department of Children and Families 45-hour training requirement within first year of employment,
• Agree to attend staff development and training,
• Sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character,
• Have NEVER been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check,
• Provide references as requested.

Light physical activity as related to activities described. Easy mobility to work with children in a variety of environments. Lifting not exceeding 50 lbs.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, speak, and hear.
• Ability to engage in physical activity with members without limitation.
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

• This position requires a person who can work with many distractions, interruptions, and still accomplish their objectives and meet established deadlines
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Flexible work hours required consistent with afterschool time programming

Work Locations & Hours:

Jose Marti Park (351 SW 4th Avenue, Miami, FL 33130); or

Citrus Grove Elementary School (2153 NW 3rd St, Miami, FL 33125)

Monday – Friday 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

EEO: Amigos For Kids is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.