JAAM Lead Instructor - Seasonal Position

Essential Duties

• Enforce all policies and procedures.
• Supervise and account for the arrival and departure of all participants every day.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of the children and staff at all times.
• Oversee the daily operation of the after-school Program by building strong family, community and school relations.
• Maintain order and discipline within the program space by using appropriate guidance techniques as stated in the after school behavior management policies.
• Administer administrative duties such as receiving and tracking payments, writing receipts, making nightly bank drops, and maintaining child registration forms.
• Submit inventory sheets, attendance sheets, staff timesheets, Camp Spring Break paperwork, weekly activity plans and other correspondences as required in a timely manner.
• Plan, supervise and implement a well-rounded, age-appropriate curriculum for the program site.
• Maintain setup of activity areas and secure and store all equipment and supplies.
• Provide direction and guidance to staff, aid in staff training and staff meetings.
• Supervise staff and provide written evaluations upon request, including disciplinary action.
• Participate in all staff development training's, staff meetings, and community functions that relate to the after school program.
• Pick up supplies and information on designated days from the Parks and Recreation Office.
• Inform the Recreation Superintendent of any problems/concerns.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• A minimum of 18 years old, and have experience working with school age children.
• Curriculum delivery and / or program facilitation experience.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, and the Recreation Superintendent in carrying out program vision.
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff and children.
• Exhibit maturity and sound judgment at all times particularly when decision making.
• High School Diploma or equivalent plus at least two (2) years working with school aged children.
• Physical ability to: lift and maneuver up to 25 lbs.; work indoors and outdoors; sit, stand, bend, and walk; actively participate/lead games and physical activities including running, and walking from place to place.
• Ability to: establish relationships with and motivate co-workers; give and follow instructions; work independently; assess situations, solve problems and prioritize multiple tasks and projects; communicate professionally, exercise controlled discretion and good judgement; work effectively with members of the public, and mediate difficult situations in a professional manner; understand and follow written and oral instructions; complete written reports.

Certificates And Licenses Required

• State of Texas Class C driver's license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain within sixty (60) days of employment the Community First Aid and Safety/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Starting Salary

$14.00/Hour

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

The City of Seguin is an "Equal Employment Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)