Afterschool Staff

Job Title: Afterschool StaffFLSA Status: Non-exemptClassification: Part-time regular with a tentative end dateHours: Primarily 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM from Monday - Friday with occasional Saturdays and some evening meetingsPay Rate: $15.40/hourThis is a regular part-time position working up to an average of 24 hours per week with a start date in August 2026 and tentative end date in late spring 2027, pending individual performance. Work schedules may vary week to week, month to month, or seasonally based on operational needs.Summary:We are seeking Afterschool Staff to assist with the afterschool programs for children ages five to twelve. The Afterschool Staff will assist in planning activities and promoting development that is centered around STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The afterschool programs run for 12 months. This position is part-time and reports directly to the Afterschool Site Coordinator.Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):Work with various ages of children and adults while showing enthusiasm for science-based education.Responsible for following planned lessons for the core service areas.Provide age appropriate and open gender programs and activities centered around STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education.Ensuring that cultural diversity and educational programs are implemented.Facilitate interactive programs such as experiments, games, crafts, and other hands-on activities.Assist with preparation and clean-up of all activities and meals.Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must be at least 16 years old.Experience of working closely with youth, including but not limited to teaching, coaching, camp counseling, tutoring, and mentoring, is preferred.Working towards a certificate OR in related areas of youth development.CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.Bilingual (English and Spanish) is strongly desired.Must exhibit good leadership qualities.Work independently and in group settings.Candidates may be required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, and additional DHHS screenings.Working Conditions and Physical Effort:Will sometimes work extended/odd hours including weekends, holidays and some night programs.Must be able to travel long distances across the zoo.Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, bend, twist, reach above head and climb.Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.DISCLAIMERThe information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. #J-18808-Ljbffr Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium