Group Leader After-School Care

Group Leader for After-School Care

Patrick County Public Schools Blue Ridge Elementary - Ararat, Virginia Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5909626
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

* after-school until 6:00pm.

General Description: The Group Leader for After-School Care is responsible for providing direct supervision, care, and support to students participating in the school division’s after-school childcare program. The Group Leader creates a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where students can receive academic support, participate in enrichment and recreational activities, and develop positive social skills.

The Group Leader works collaboratively with the After-School Childcare Coordinator, school administrators, teachers, other childcare staff, students, and families to ensure the effective operation of the after-school program and the safety and well-being of all participating students.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or community setting preferred
• Ability to effectively supervise and interact with school-age children
• Ability to plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, school personnel, and other childcare staff
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow school division policies and procedures

• Provide direct supervision of students participating in the after-school childcare program.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for all students.
• Follow established schedules, routines, and procedures for the after-school program.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance and account for students throughout the program.
• Ensure that students are released only to individuals authorized by the program and in accordance with established dismissal procedures.
• Plan and/or facilitate age-appropriate academic, enrichment, recreational, and social activities.
• Establish and maintain appropriate expectations for student behavior using positive behavior management strategies consistent with school division policies and program expectations.
• Communicate student behavior concerns, academic needs, injuries, illnesses, or other significant concerns to the After-School Childcare Coordinator and/or appropriate school personnel.
• Ensure that program areas are clean, organized, safe, and appropriately prepared for student activities.
• Communicate with parents and guardians in a courteous and professional manner regarding routine student needs and program-related matters.
• Refer questions, concerns, or complaints that require administrative attention to the After-School Childcare Coordinator.
• Participate in required training and professional development related to student supervision, safety, behavior management, emergency procedures, and program expectations.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification as required by the program.
• Follow all Patrick County Public Schools policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the After-School Childcare Coordinator or appropriate school division administrator.

Position Type: Part-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required