Before and After School Group Leader
AlphaBEST Education, Inc. · Highland Park, IL · 1 wk ago
Education$18/hrPart-time
About the role
We're hiring for our Before & After School Programs! Join AlphaBEST Education on July 16 for on-the-spot interviews for: Site Directors, Group Leaders, and Assistant Group Leaders at Northwood Middle School.
Responsibilities
- Lead a group of students through daily curriculum activities (World Languages, STEAM, Fitness, Maker, and Arts)
- Make child safety the top priority at all times
- Keep the space clean and organized
- Create an environment where kids feel supported and included
- Build strong relationships with teammates, kids, families, and school staff
- Train and support student explorers through exciting adventures in fitness, the arts, technology, and more!
- Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on students' interests and talents
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain)
- Ability to work in a classroom setting with regular bending and lifting (up to 25 pounds)
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Must be at least 19 years old
- Must be registered and have full clearance from the state childcare licensing agency
- Must provide proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations (see below)
- Must complete 20 credits (semester system) or 30 credits (quarter system) of training at a college/university AND at least 1 year of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center (or comparable group care program)
- Must have 2 or more years of qualifying teaching experience (with at least one year as a teacher) in a Certified Child Care Center (or comparable group care program)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA in a related field) or Associate's Degree (AS/AA in a related field)
- A 1-year state or nationally recognized credential (related to school-age care)
Skills
- Experience working with children in a structured, high-energy environment
- Child safety awareness and adherence to procedures
- Flexibility, reliability, and readiness to assist in various capacities
Benefits
- $18.00/hour part-time pay
- Part-time benefits including health insurance
- Employee referral program - up to $150 for every successful new hire you refer
- Deep discounts on program tuition - Bring your school-age child to work
- Fun and friendships come with the paycheck
Schedule
No weekends! Part time 6:00-8:30am 2:45-6:00pm
Pay & Benefits
- Part-time benefits including health insurance
- Employee referral program - up to $150 for every successful new hire you refer
- Deep discounts on program tuition - Bring your school-age child to work
- Fun and friendships come with the paycheck