COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACTIVITY LEADER - Hogan Cedars

Metropolitan Family Service (MFS) helps people move beyond the limitations of poverty, inequity, and social isolation. Through social innovation and a focus on prevention, MFS delivers proven programs to help people succeed at home, in school, and in the community. We are seeking an Afterschool Activity Leader to lead fun and engaging classes for a diverse group of students in arts & crafts, sports, academic enrichment, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Each class will consist of approximately 15 students grouped by grade level. Class materials and supplies will be provided.

This is a temporary, part-time position reporting to Audrey St.Aubyn at Hogan Cedars Elementary.

About the Role

Under general supervision of the SUN Site Manager, SUN Activity Leaders design, plan, and teach afterschool activities that enrich students' lives through fun, hands-on learning. Our goal is to provide a safe, positive environment that recognizes the potential of each child. Activities may include academic support, service-learning, sports & recreation, fine arts, and other high-interest themes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach engaging, age-appropriate lessons with ties to academics, recreation, and/or the arts during afterschool hours.
• Supervise groups of 12-16 students while maintaining school-appropriate class decorum.
• Oversee daily routines such as meal time, recess, bathroom breaks, and class transitions.
• Record and submit student attendance daily.
• Maintain classroom and school rules to ensure student safety.
• Communicate frequently with the SUN Site Manager about individual student progress, successes, and concerns.
• Keep the SUN Site Manager informed about overall class development and needed support.
• Maintain positive working relationships with students, families, school staff, and custodians.
• Work within school and agency policies and protect student confidentiality.

Requirements

• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans.
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting.
• Independent, self-motivated, creative, and resourceful individual.
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to ask questions for clarification.
• Demonstrated excitement in working with children and respect in all interactions.
• Enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment serving children of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior management skills (a must).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form).
• Basic English proficiency (must be able to read, write, and speak English).
• All employees must submit a criminal background check.
• Spanish-speaking skills are a plus.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday, 2:00–5:00 PM.
• Position dates: June 22, 2026 – July 30, 2026.
• SUN activities are not held on Gresham Barlow School District No-School or Early Release Days.
• Position may have an option to continue for future school terms.

Pay

$18/hour.

Values

• Creative and proactive problem-solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services.
• Belief in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages, with a focus on prevention, wellness, and independence.
• Strong relationships built through collaboration with funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, with a commitment to diversity.
• Commitment to equity and social justice, including working in a multicultural, diverse environment and supporting inclusion and program access for all clients.
• Support for agency goals to reduce disparity in outcomes for communities of color.
• Adoption of anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilege.