Program Aide/Specialist- Lakelands (Greenwood, Ninety-Six, and Saluda)

Job Description

Job Description

Part-time (seasonal); M-F (between 2pm-6:30pm); 3-4 hours a day; $12-$12.50/hrThis is a Program Aide/Specialist position in the Lakelands Region for the afterschool program. General Function:Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs. Promote the safety of members, quality of programs, and appearance of the Club at all times. Program Aide/Specialist Subs will only report to work when needed to sites in their selected region.Knowledge, skills, and abilities:•Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, local community leaders, schools, and churches•Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills •Knowledge of youth development.•Interest in Arts/ Arts Education•BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS•Understand the Clubs' philosophy, vision, and goals•Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youthMinimum Education and Experience:High School Diploma/GED or college degree. 6 months to 2 years of program delivery experience. (Hourly rate depends on the level of education/experience)Job Responsibilities:•Demonstrate and promote Core Values•Implement Curriculum•Manage classroom behavior•Assist facilitation of arts programming•Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities•Provide guidance and role modeling to members•Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas•Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits•Mentor and inspire youth, adults, and volunteers in the creative process•Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance, and program results•Mandatory First Aid/CPR•Other duties as assignedPhysical and Mental Requirements:Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and the ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing, and computer knowledge.Environment & Working Conditions:After school/Recreational settings that include being in/outdoors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support the organization's fundraising events and activities.