2026-2027 After School Program Lead Facilitator

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM JOB DESCRIPTION

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM LEAD FACILITATOR

DESCRIPTION

The After-School Program Lead Facilitator is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, effective communication and maintaining the overall well-being and safety of the after-school participants and support staff. They should possess high energy, enthusiasm, genuinely enjoy working with children, and be team oriented. The Lead Facilitator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and facilitation of a structured daily schedule. The Lead Facilitator must be positive, with a patient and respectful demeanor towards campers, parents, coworkers, and administration. All staff are expected to be interactive and engaging with the children throughout the day. This includes standing for long periods and participating in physical activities both indoors and outdoors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises a group of children alongside Facilitators and Program Assistants and is responsible for their overall health and wellbeing. Provides careful, attentive supervision; alert at all times.
• Takes group attendance.
• Maintains After School site and equipment. Takes care of school property (e.g., space, equipment, supplies) daily.
• Plans and implements program activities that are engaging, developmentally appropriate and consistent with SSAISD values.
• Adheres to program standards regarding safety, cleanliness, and adherence to licensing protocol.
• Leads trainings and staff meetings.
• Follows SSAISD policies and procedures, including those related to medical emergencies, behavior policy implementation, child abuse prevention and all other emergency situations..
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Maintains ongoing communication with Facilitators and Assistants.
• Sets up for and cleans up after all After School activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise as well as participate in program activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Six months of programmatic experience with children, preferably in a after school setting.
• Preferred CPR/First Aid.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in creating, planning, and facilitating interactive and educational/artistic activities relating to youth development, physical fitness s, and academic enrichment. (already stated above)
• Must possess speaking, listening and writing skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Must be capable of implementing directives related to the daily program.
• Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of SSAISD mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.

Days: Monday-Friday

Hours: 3:00-6:00 pm

Pay: $35/hour

Sites: Armstrong ES, Five Palms ES, Benavidez ES, Hutchins ES, Carrillo ES, Price ES

Start/End Date: TBD

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