After School Crew Team: The G
Reports To: After School Program Coordinator
Supervises: N/A
FLSA Status: Non Exempt (Hourly)
Salary Range: $15.00
Calendar: 176B
Schedule: 2:15 PM - 6:15 PM, Monday - Friday - Part Time
Location: Gateway College Preparatory School, Georgetown Texas
Position Summary
The After School Crew Member is responsible for supervising and engaging with a designated group of students through daily activities including homework assistance, games, enrichment activities, crafts, and physical recreation while maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Effectively prepare, energetically lead, and actively participate in activities for small and large groups of students
- Supervise and interact with children in a safe, fun, positive, and responsible manner
- Maintain accountability and appropriate supervision of assigned students at all times
- Facilitate daily activities including homework help, arts and crafts, games, enrichment activities, and outdoor play
- Support group leaders with beginning-of-day and end-of-day duties
- Ensure duties are accomplished in the event of a staff absence, emergency, or parent conference
- Positively model appropriate behavior and coach students through conflict resolution and behavior redirection
- Communicate openly and professionally with parents regarding student progress, behavior, and participation
- Build positive relationships with students through encouragement, mentorship, and engagement
- Be knowledgeable of and adhere to procedures and expectations outlined in the school district employee handbook
- Actively support fellow staff members with activities, group management, planning, and problem-solving
- Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping down tables, cleaning, and organizing supplies and equipment daily
- Assist with student healthcare needs such as basic first aid, distributing snacks, and administering medications as directed
- Participate in physical, active, and high-energy activities with students
- Attend weekly staff meetings to collaborate, create lessons and planned activities
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude at all times
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required
Must be committed, caring, and understanding
Ability to portray a professional and positive attitude and use leadership qualities effectively
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team
Ability to relate to, lead, and give directions to children in both large and small group settings
Ability to participate in physical, active, and high-energy activities
Ability to adapt and remain flexible when needed
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage time effectively and meet established deadlines
Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and engaging environment for children
Experience working with school-age children in small or large group settings preferred
Experience in an after school or summer program preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills preferred
Education/Certification
Must be at least 17 years of age and a senior in high school, or college students
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Training
First Aid and CPR Certification
CPI Certified (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
Child Abuse Awareness and Bullying Awareness Training
Other designated staff training as required
Dress Code Requirements
Closed-toe shoes
Comfortable and appropriate attire suitable for working with children and participating in activities
Staff member shirt (provided)
Working Conditions
Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, indoor and outdoor activities, and occasional lifting. Must maintain a level of general physical and emotional health that permits effective performance of duties. Regularly lifts and carries up to 50 pounds. Requires a high level of mental alertness and the ability to tolerate moderate to high levels of stress in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits: Employees are eligible to enroll in benefits, but all premiums are the employee's responsibility. The employer does not provide a financial contribution toward coverage.