About this role
Description
Tarrant County Kids is an esteemed childcare program that exists to support working families who need a safe and nurturing place after school. Affiliated with Girls Inc. of Tarrant County, Tarrant County Kids is on a mission to provide a nurturing after-school environment where children aged 4-12 can flourish. Our licensed care services are offered in collaboration with elementary schools in Arlington and Fort Worth.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Site Instructor is responsible for program implementation as assigned by the Site Supervisor. This position is part-time and works Monday thru Friday, 6:25am - 8:00am.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate with the Site Supervisor to plan and facilitate fun activities with students in our programs.
- Ensure the safety and security of the students during activities to include off campus field trips.
- Keep supervisor and TCK Manager informed of problems, concerns, needs and unusual activities in a timely manner.
- Assist with program planning with other staff members.
- Maintain a respectful attitude towards organizational leadership, coworkers, students, parents and school employees.
- Maintain an attendance at work of 95% or higher and is on time regularly.
- Maintain a positive work ethic.
- Assume daily responsibility without constant supervision.
- Share upkeep of program facilities.
- Assist the Site Supervisor in maintaining students’ attendance records.
RELATED AGENCY ACTIVITIES:
- Participate in periodic assessment of own performance.
- Participate in staff meetings and trainings as requested.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Ability to communicate with youth and foster their participation in program planning, problem solving, and decision making
- Ability to provide professional references and clear extensive background checks
- Maintain certification in first aid and CPR and current tuberculosis screening
- Possess reliable transportation and a valid Texas driver’s license
- Ability to fill in with coverage at other sites as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful work experience of at least one year in childcare of another child-based field.
- Formal education in special skill area of social work, education, recreation, psychology, or sociology.
Other facts
About Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County
Girls Inc. of Tarrant County inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold, providing more than 20,000 girls across the county with life-changing experiences and solutions to the unique challenges girls face.
The Girls Inc. Experience consists of people, an environment, and programming that, together, empower girls to succeed. Trained staff and volunteers build lasting, mentoring relationships in girls-only spaces that are physically and emotionally safe and where girls find a sisterhood of support with shared drive, mutual respect, and high expectations. Hands-on, research-based programs provide girls with the skills and knowledge to set goals, overcome obstacles, and improve academic performance. Informed by girls and their families, Girls Inc. also works with policymakers to advocate for legislation and initiatives that increase opportunities for girls.
Join us at girlsinctarrant.org! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter at @girlsinctarrant.
What you'll do
- The Site Instructor is responsible for implementing the program as assigned by the Site Supervisor, coordinating activities, and ensuring student safety. They also assist with planning and maintaining attendance records.
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