Site Instructor - Afternoons in Arlington, Texas at Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County

Tarrant County Kids is an esteemed childcare program that exists to support working families who need a safe and nurturing place after school. Affiliated with Girls Inc. of Tarrant County, Tarrant County Kids is on a mission to provide a nurturing after-school environment where children aged 4-12 can flourish. Our licensed care services are offered in collaboration with elementary schools in Arlington and Fort Worth.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Site Instructor is responsible for program implementation as assigned by the Site Supervisor. This role is part-time and works Monday through Friday, 3:00pm-6:00pm for 13-18 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with the Site Supervisor to plan and facilitate fun activities with students in our programs.
• Ensure the safety and security of the students during activities to include off campus field trips.
• Keep supervisor and TCK Manager informed of problems, concerns, needs and unusual activities in a timely manner.
• Assist with program planning with other staff members.
• Maintain a respectful attitude towards organizational leadership, coworkers, students, parents and school employees.
• Maintain an attendance at work of 95% or higher and is on time regularly.
• Maintain a positive work ethic.
• Assume daily responsibility without constant supervision.
• Share upkeep of program facilities.
• Assist the Site Supervisor in maintaining students’ attendance records.

RELATED AGENCY ACTIVITIES:

• Participate in periodic assessment of own performance.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings as requested.

• High School Diploma
• Ability to communicate with youth and foster their participation in program planning, problem solving, and decision making
• Ability to provide professional references and clear extensive background checks
• Maintain certification in first aid and CPR and current tuberculosis screening
• Possess reliable transportation and a valid Texas driver’s license
• Ability to fill in with coverage at other sites as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful work experience of at least one year in childcare of another child-based field.
• Formal education in special skill area of social work, education, recreation, psychology, or sociology.