After School Counselor – Club J MJCCA
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Child Care/Nanny
After School, Child Development/Support
Location: Northern
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After School Counselor – Club J at the MJCCAAtlanta, GA, US
13 days ago Requisition
Job Title: After School Counselor – Club J at the MJCCA
Job Type: Part-Time Afternoon
Location: Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)
Program Dates: August 3, 2026 - May 27, 2027
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Starting Pay
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From $15.00/hour
Club J is the MJCCA’s dynamic after‑school program serving more than 220 children annually in Pre‑K through 5th grade. We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and creative individuals to join our team as After School Counselors.
This is an excellent opportunity for high school seniors participating in Work‑Based Learning (WBL) or dual enrollment programs, as well as college students or aspiring educators interested in gaining hands‑on experience in child development, education, recreation, or youth programming.
Our counselors help create a fun, safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive after school.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise and actively engage with children in assigned groups
- Assist students with daily homework and academic support
- Lead and participate in activities such as arts & crafts, sports, STEM projects, dance, and team‑building games
- Support the physical, emotional, and social well‑being of all children
- Maintain a safe, organized, and structured environment at all times
- Assist with transitions between activities and adapt to schedule changes as needed
- Follow Club J curriculum, policies, and MJCCA procedures
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and lead groups of children effectively
- Creative, flexible, proactive, and team‑oriented
- Dependable and punctual
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience working with children ages 5–12 preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred (not required)
- Ability to move comfortably between standing, sitting, crouching, and floor activities
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Fun and energetic work environment
- Valuable experience for future teachers, social workers, counselors, and youth professionals
- Flexible schedule that works well with school and college classes
- Eligible to fulfill Work‑Based Learning (WBL) and dual enrollment internship requirements
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in children’s lives every day
- Standard 4-hour shifts
- Opportunity for 4.5-hour shifts for Bus Counselors
- Program follows the DeKalb County School Calendar
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