Before School Care Program - Child Care Counselor

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Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 Per Hour

The Town of Scarborough's Community Services Department is searching for dedicated and responsible individuals to work in their before care program for the school year 2026/27. Work involves the direct supervision of children on site, as well as organizing and planning activities, cleaning, and working with a team of coworkers. The position(s) are located in the Scarborough public schools. The ideal candidates must have the ability to connect with various age groups K-2nd, and 3rd-5th. Required hours are between 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday for the before care program. Flexibility and commitment are important. Staff will receive a shift differential of $2.00 per hour, which will be added to their regular hourly rate.

Duties include caring for children in a school facility setting; observing and monitoring children's activities; ensuring constant safety and security of children under the program's care; organizing and participating in planned age appropriate activities; completing written documentation and forms such as incident reports and time cards in a prompt fashion, and participating in all required meetings and trainings.

Position Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Must have prior experience working with children. First Aid/CPR or willingness to be trained. Ability to stay constantly alert, anticipate and prevent problems, deal with disruptive children in a positive manner and provide fair, but firm discipline. Ability to communicate effectively with children and their parents, as well as the Manager, Coordinators, and other child care counselors. Must be able to work a set schedule, be dependable and reliable.

Applicants are required to apply online. For additional information call or email