Valley Kids Facilitator - Part Time; AM

Position: Valley Kids Facilitator - Part Time (AM)
Grain Valley Schools is currently seeking dependable, dedicated individuals to serve as Before School Facilitators for the school year. This position will provide support to the program with specific responsibility for organizing and directing age-appropriate activities for school age students; serving snacks, providing assistance with homework as needed, and assisting in maintaining a clean and safe environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings for the purpose of providing a safe, fun and positive environment
• Arranges designated areas with instructional and/or play materials for the purpose of providing required supplies to support goals
• Communicates effectively with parents, staff, and students to share positive behavior, build rapport, and encourage open communication
• Assists the Site Lead in researching, planning, and implementing age appropriate enrichment activities with individual or small groups of students
• Attends meetings and professional developments as needed for the purpose of acquiring information relative to job functions
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the site lead and/or department director

Job Requirements

• Prior experience supervising children in a camp, educational or daycare program is preferred
• Ability to develop appropriate relationships with children, coworkers and parents
• Have a sincere interest in working with children
• Reliable and dependable to work scheduled hours
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate appropriately with students, staff members and parents
• Ability to be flexible in working with others in a variety of different circumstances
• Ability to lift, bend and keep pace with children during their workday
• Demonstrated ability to handle information with utmost confidentiality

Work Environment

Program hours are from 6:30 am - 9:00 am

12-month position

Full-days will be required to accommodate school schedules and inclement weather days

Staff may be scheduled up to 40 hours per week during July and August to accommodate a full day summer program

Valley Kids employees also receive free AM/PM Valley Kids childcare for their K-5 students