Federal Study - Afterschool Assistant

After School Program Assistant

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Under direct supervision, plan, organize, facilitate, and monitor the activities of children enrolled. Monitor and interact with students to keep them engaged in activities. Participate and assist with the activities and homework of children enrolled in the after school program, as needed. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Assist in the planning and implementation of a daily program that will meet the needs of the children in attendance; set up program, project, and activity areas as needed. Collaborate in designing and implementing activities and assignments to encourage attendees' intellectual, creative, artistic, and athletic enrichment and abilities; assist students in working on and completing after-school program assignments, projects, and activities.

Monitor individuals or small groups of students assigned to an after-school program; assure student understanding of program rules and procedures; maintain appropriate order and student conduct. Monitor children to ensure their health, safety, and physical well-being. Interact with children in an effort to build self-esteem and form a comfort level with their peers; answer student questions; and provide proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.

Oversee students in tennis and outdoor activities. Assist in resolving student disputes; refer serious discipline problems to program supervisors. Maintain a clean and organized environment for students; demonstrate and involve students in cleaning and organizing the program activity areas before, during, and after use. Operate a variety of after-school program supplies and equipment, including athletic equipment, arts and crafts equipment, and office equipment as assigned.

Perform light housekeeping such as taking trash out in the classroom at the end of day, wiping down tables, vacuuming the classroom, etc. Making sure all proper documents for center schedules are sent out to Parents in a timely manner.

Must be a current Albany State Student enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Have mobility required to ensure the safety of children. Repetitive bending, walking and stretching. Work outdoors in any variety of weather. Visual and hearing capabilities necessary to maintain safety. Perform light duty cleaning.

Cover letter. Resume. Unofficial transcripts. A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.

Excellence We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services. Respect We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions. Community We strive to build community and value a good mindset. Teamwork We seek partnerships within the University and community.

We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results. Learning We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University. Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have: a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage, a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle, a successful pre-employment drug test.

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote…