Troop Leader

Become an After School Instructor and be part of our dynamic team Your role as an After-School Troop Leader revolves around creating a safe, fun environment with elementary-aged students. Embody our mission and values, and inspire young minds on a journey of discovery and growth. Join us for the ultimate after-school adventure

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent service to all students, families, co-workers, and school administration.
• Meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the children in their care.
• Work in a team environment; build and maintain healthy, cooperative relationships.
• Communicate positively and effectively with the Site Director.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures both organizationally and departmentally to ensure the safety of children, parents, and staff.
• Model positive behavior and educate children in a manner which contributes to mature and responsible behavior.
• Complete all Discover After School and governmentally required training in the required time frame.
• Implement the curriculum and schedule provided on a daily basis and provide feedback to such on a weekly basis.

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma.
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Screening & Drug Screening.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (can be provided by Discover After School).
• Completion of 45 Hours of DCF Child Care Training.

Skills:

• Eagerness to learn.
• Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills in English is required.
• Bilingual, with proficiency in both English and Spanish is a plus. 
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, patient, responsible, and dedicated to enhancing program performance and impact.
• Strong communication skills for interactions with children and administration.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities for daily challenges.

Expectations:

• Embrace diversity by respecting all children, parents, and staff regardless of race, creed, abilities, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Attend all meetings pertinent to this position.
• Oversee and participate in the cleaning and maintaining of facilities, equipment, and all areas used.
• Perform additional tasks as needed or requested.
• Wear appropriate staff uniform as assigned.
• Report to all scheduled shifts on time.
• Uphold safety procedures for children, parents, and staff.
• Follow scheduled activities.
• Familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to perform additional tasks as required.
• Promptly communicate any concerns to the Site Director.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Family and Childcare Perks
• Employee Recognition and Rewards
• Social and Recreational Activities
• Company Merchandise Store
• Professional Development
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• Morning Care - 6:45AM - 9:00AM
• After Care - 2:00PM - 6:00PM

*All positions are part time with the possibility for full time hours*

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: You'll primarily work at one specific site, but you have the option to choose from multiple locations