Part-Time Afterschool Childcare : Youth Program Leader at Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County – Fort Worth, Texas

Do you enjoy working with elementary students and helping them learn, grow, and build confidence?

We are seeking a Part-Time Afterschool Childcare/ Youth Program Leader to support positive, engaging afterschool program for elementary age students.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys mentoring young people, leading activities, and creating fun and supportive environment after the school day ends.

In this role, you'll help students build friendships, explore hands on activities, and develop important life skills while ensuring a safe and welcoming space for every child.

This role is part time with no scheduled work hours for nights or weekends. Flexible scheduling may be available for this role

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 Youth Program Leader (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 15-20 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 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