After School Program Assistant; Shawano, WI

Job Title

After School Program Assistant

Boys & Girls Clubs of Shawano

Olga Brener Intermediate School and Hillcrest Primary School, Shawano, WI

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay & Lakes Region is dedicated to providing a safe and positive environment where young people can learn, grow, and succeed. We offer a range of programs and activities aimed at enriching the lives of our members and fostering their personal and academic development.

• A dynamic work culture that is safe, welcoming, collaborative, and mission-driven
• Competitive pay and benefits that include paid time off, even for part-time employees, and much more!
• Paid on-the-job training
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

As an After School Program Assistant, you will be responsible for leading engaging activities and providing targeted academic support to our members in a school based after school program. This is a school year position (January - June) with an possibility to work during the summer.

• Sets and maintains high expectations for members.
• Facilitates and manages group enrichment activities while maintaining a fun, yet productive environment (Ratio: 1:12 to 1:15 members).
• Implements the delivery of program components, making certain that participants are engaged and are adequately supervised.
• Ensure required program documents are completed accurately and in a timely manner (attendance, accident and behavior forms).
• Communicates effectively with Site Supervisor about concerns with individual members, including academic abilities and needs.
• Keeping the program spaces neat and organized.
• Ensures that work area fosters physical and emotional safety.
• Creates a positive atmosphere, fosters teamwork and constructive exchange of ideas with peers.
• Participates in Club-wide trainings, events and field trips as needed.
• Demonstrates respect for staff members and students in the program.
• Flexible in supporting other Club/School sites when needed.
• Builds supportive relationships with youth and families.

• At least 3 months experience working with elementary students.
• Capable of leading academic and enrichment activities of up to 15 participants.
• Ability to relate to and be approachable by students, parents, faculty and staff.
• Ability to multitask and problem solve.
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality and strong communication skills.
• Energy, leadership skills, strong initiative, ability to re-direct and motivate through positive reinforcement.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Due to the nature of this work, all candidates will undergo a comprehensive background screen upon offer of employment.

Mondays - Fridays between 2-6PM (Candidates must be able to work a minimum of two days per week)

Starting at $15.00/hour

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.

After applying, you may be contacted by email or phone by an employee of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay & Lakes Region.