Before & After the Bell Counselor
About the Town
The Town of Gorham is a thriving community and one of the fastest growing towns in Maine with a population of approximately 18,000. With a flourishing urban village, steady industrial and commercial expansion, plentiful recreation opportunities, a college campus, and Greater Portland METRO public transit service, the Town of Gorham is a vibrant place to live, work, and do business.
About the Role
The Recreation Department is seeking energetic, patient and enthusiastic individuals for part-time seasonal positions of Before & After the Bell Counselor. Counselors act as positive role models for children K-5 and are responsible for providing a fun, safe and enjoyable experience for participants in the Before and After School Program.
Responsibilities
- Organizing and facilitating fun, age-appropriate games and activities for children grades K-5 designed to build self-esteem, teach teamwork, new skills, fair play and good sportsmanship, and encourage interaction
- Maintaining accurate attendance rosters
- Ensuring the safety of program participants at all times
Schedule
Multiple schedules are available to choose from, including 7:00am to 9:30am or 3:00 to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. The work schedule may change based on the needs of the program and activities.
Pay & Benefits
- Pay starts at $16.50 and ranges up to $17.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Employees accrue Earned Paid Leave in proportion to the number of hours worked
Requirements
- Prior-related experience working with school-age children preferred
- CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
How to Apply
Please print and submit a Town of Gorham employment application, available on the "Employment Opportunities" page of the Town of Gorham website at https://www.gorhammaine.gov/human-resources-department/pages/employment-opportunities. Applicants may also pick up an employment application in-person at the Town Manager/Human Resources Office during regular business hours (7am – 5pm, Monday – Thursday).
Completed applications may be submitted by regular mail, hand delivered, or emailed to:
Gorham Recreation
Attn: Julio Santiago, Assistant Recreation Director
75 South Street, Suite 1
Gorham, ME 04038
jsantiago@gorham.me.us
Please email HR@gorham.me.us or call 207-222-1650 if you need assistance or have any questions about the application process.
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.