Assistant Group Leader – The Campagna Center – Alexandria, VA

The Campagna Center, Alexandria’s leading not-for-profit organization, equips children and families with a comprehensive set of tools they need to thrive and succeed. Since 1945, we have served the community by offering a range of programs that foster a dedication to learning among children, youth, and adults. Over 2,000 children and families take advantage of our services on a daily basis. We are currently in search for qualified candidates for the Assistant Group Leader position for our major after-school program, Campagna Kids.

Position Summary

The Assistant Group Leader will be expected to carry out instructions by the Site Director and assist Group Leaders to create a positive learning experience for the children. He/she will assist in supervising activities, ensure the safety and well-being of all children, and contribute to the effective operation of the center according to licensing regulations and National After School Association standards. This is a part-time position with a minimum of 25 work hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities

Set up and break down the site each day (includes lifting)

Ensure that all materials needed for the daily activities are accessible and replenished as needed

Assist in the development of the daily lesson plan under the guidance of the Group Leader

Conduct scheduled daily activities with groups of children at the site in accordance with the posted lesson plan

Engage children in daily plans, interact with children in a positive manner, and help other Assistant Group Leaders to do the same

Assist with the preparation and serving of snacks to children on a daily basis

Clean and sanitize all tables before children arrive, after snack time, and at the end of the day

Check refrigerator daily and clean out at the end of every week, if applicable

Provide supervision and direction for children assigned to the site and work to maintain their safety

Document incidents and/or accidents that occur while children are in the group and report to Site Management, along with any other problems or concerns

Assist with maintaining and updating the Parent Bulletin Board and other posted information when requested

Maintain group attendance sheets and submit to the Site Management

Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude at all times, with other staff, children, and parents

Maintain a positive attitude toward work, co-workers, parents, and children, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times

Attend all scheduled and mandatory meetings and training events as well as special events and activities hosted by Campagna Kids and The Campagna Center

Must be willing make reasonable accommodation to meet children’s individual needs, including, but not limited to, changing diapers, assisting with toileting, cleaning up bodily fluids, etc.

Perform other duties outside the scope of this position description as requested by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED-equivalent

Emotional maturity and flexibility

Excellent verbal and written communications skill

Reliability and dependability

Examplary professional and personal integrity

Must be physically able to participate in all activities planned for children.

How to apply

All interested applicants are asked to send the following information to the following email: hrservices@campagnacenter.org as soon as possible.

Statement of interest with explicit reference to the knowledge, skills and abilities stated in the position description

Current Resume

Pay requirements

No calls please. Qualified candidates will be contacted for initial screening interviews. EOE.

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