Group Leader
Job Description: School-Age Group Leader
Community United Methodist Church Child Development Center
Reports to Child Development Center Director
Overview
The School-Age Group Leader (�Leader�) will deliver and support the administration of programs for students enrolled in the School-Age Program. The Leader will research activities to meet their needs and develop engaging activities and modules in response to student interests/requests.
The Leader will also develop and implement curriculum for the School Age Program and improve the quality and diversity of the school-age program for both the school year and the Summer
Program.
Qualifications
Minimum
? At least 18 years of age
? High school diploma, certificate of high school equivalency, or successful completion of college courses for credit.
? Two years of successful teaching experience (preferably school-age) in a formal setting, child care center, or recreational department. (Preferred)
Preferred but not required:
? Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Recreation
Administration, or related field
Responsibilities
? Supervises and instructs groups of children in program activities and on field trips.
? Provides an environment that ensures the safety and well-being of all students.
? Provides an environment that meets and accommodates the individual mental, physical, emotional, and social developmental needs of children.
Plans and organizes a variety of enriching and age-appropriate program activities using a variety of resources to stimulate creativity.
Updated 7/6/22
Assures children have outdoor opportunities daily; utilizes various outdoor spaces; supervises children closely; refrains from social interaction with other staff; move about frequently and interacts with children.
Prepares and posts daily activity plans
? Ensures the environment is clean, tidy, and well-organized.
? Participates in all staff meetings, training, and other team-building sessions.
? Assists with maintaining appropriate records: Emergency Forms, attendance; informed of updates and information regarding children�s day-to-day circumstances /condition.
? Communicates with parents in situations regarding student�s necessities.
? Cooperates, collaborates, and communicates frequently with the Director.
? Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/Director.
Schedule
This position is part-time with the potential for full-time during holiday breaks. The applicant must have flexibility during daytime hours Monday- Friday.
Compensation
The Child Development Center offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and certifications.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
4 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be fully vaccinated.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Crofton, MD 21114: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Description: School-Age Group Leader
Community United Methodist Church Child Development Center
Reports to Child Development Center Director
Overview
The School-Age Group Leader (�Leader�) will deliver and support the administration of programs for students enrolled in the School-Age Program. The Leader will research activities to meet their needs and develop engaging activities and modules in response to student interests/requests.
The Leader will also develop and implement curriculum for the School Age Program and improve the quality and diversity of the school-age program for both the school year and the Summer
Program.
Qualifications
Minimum
? At least 18 years of age
? High school diploma, certificate of high school equivalency, or successful completion of college courses for credit.
? Two years of successful teaching experience (preferably school-age) in a formal setting, child care center, or recreational department. (Preferred)
Preferred but not required:
? Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Recreation
Administration, or related field
Responsibilities
? Supervises and instructs groups of children in program activities and on field trips.
? Provides an environment that ensures the safety and well-being of all students.
? Provides an environment that meets and accommodates the individual mental, physical, emotional, and social developmental needs of children.
Plans and organizes a variety of enriching and age-appropriate program activities using a variety of resources to stimulate creativity.
Updated 7/6/22
Assures children have outdoor opportunities daily; utilizes various outdoor spaces; supervises children closely; refrains from social interaction with other staff; move about frequently and interacts with children.
Prepares and posts daily activity plans
? Ensures the environment is clean, tidy, and well-organized.
? Participates in all staff meetings, training, and other team-building sessions.
? Assists with maintaining appropriate records: Emergency Forms, attendance; informed of updates and information regarding children�s day-to-day circumstances /condition.
? Communicates with parents in situations regarding student�s necessities.
? Cooperates, collaborates, and communicates frequently with the Director.
? Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/Director.
Schedule
This position is part-time with the potential for full-time during holiday breaks. The applicant must have flexibility during daytime hours Monday- Friday.
Compensation
The Child Development Center offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and certifications.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
4 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be fully vaccinated.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Crofton, MD 21114: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location