Kids First
After-School Program
Position Description: Program Assistant
Job Summary
Kids First is a collaborative effort between three nonprofit organizations: Girls First, Chester ExChange, and Chester Eastside. Together, we operate a tuition-free afterschool program. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, compassionate, and reliable individual passionate about working with youth!
As a Program Assistant, you will have the opportunity to build positive relationships with students from Chester in grades 1 through 4. You will also play a pivotal role in the fulfillment of our collective mission: “to build character, instill a positive sense of self, and provide tangible life skills through a creative curriculum of arts exploration, literacy programs, and emotional learning.”
*We are seeking two Program Assistants, one of whom is to be fluent in Spanish. The position description is the same for both.
Abilities, Duties, and Responsibilities:
Ø Commitment to maintaining the physical/mental/emotional safety, well-being, and attention of all students
Ø Promoting a safe, fun, and engaging environment for all students (ages 6-10)
Ø Attend mandatory training to be held in early September (Date TBD)
Ø Assisting with the implementation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans
Ø Providing support to students with homework tasks and program activities
Ø Responding compassionately and effectively to varying student concerns and behavioral reactions
Ø Assisting the Program Coordinator in the collection and maintenance of relevant records related to the program’s operations
Ø Assisting with program mealtime preparation, set up, and clean up
Ø Providing basic care and caregiving activities when necessary
Ø Supervising students to ensure the program's safety, continuity, and quality
Ø Commitment to ensuring an inclusive environment where all members of the Kids First community are treated with dignity and respect
Requirements & Qualifications:
Ø Must be 18 or older
Ø One (1) year of previous experience working or volunteering with youth
Ø Reliable transportation with the ability to travel to the program site and perform required duties with consistency
Ø Must be able to pass all required PA and Federal background checks
Ø Possess interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of students and staff
Ø Ability to practice patience & flexibility
Ø Clear & prompt communication abilities
Ø Understands the importance of being responsible, reliable, and punctual
Ø Ability to work collaboratively in a team and/or group environment
Kids First Program Assistant
Details of Employment
Location: Chester Eastside, Inc., 301 E. 9th Street, Chester, PA 19013
Schedule: Monday- Friday, 2:30pm – 6:30pm; 20 hours/week
Payment: The compensation is $25.00 per hour. Pay is distributed on the 15th and the 30th of each month.
Supervisor: The Kids First Program Coordinator
Paid Holidays: (2) Thanksgiving Day, fourth Thursday in November; Friday following Thanksgiving Day. Pay is prorated to the normal expected work hours for one day.
Reviews: There will be a review and evaluation at the conclusion of the session in December. The review will be conducted by the Program Coordinator and the Chester Eastside Executive Director.
This job description and the description of compensation and holiday pay are not intended to create a contract for a specific term of employment. Employment with Chester Eastside is at will; any party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law.
Employment is conditional pending satisfactory results of all required child clearances and background checks:
Ø Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check Clearance (Act 34)
Ø Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
Ø Federal Bureau of Investigation Record Check Clearance (Act 114)
*FBI Clearance is not required if you have lived within the state of Pennsylvania for 10 years consecutively*
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- working with youth: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person