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Job Title Youth Program Aide Department:

Parks & Recreation FLSA Status:

Part-Time |

Non-Exempt Pay Grade:

101

Pay Range:

$16.85 JOB SUMMARY The Youth Program Aide plays a vital support role in the daily operations of our youth programs, assisting in the supervision, engagement, and care of children ages 5-12 years old. The Youth Program Aide helps create a safe, structured, and enriching environment where youth receive academic assistance, literacy development, social skills training, and physical fitness in an environment where youth can safely explore, discover, create, and grow. The Youth Program Aide provides general supervision, homework support and enrichment activities to students. The Youth Program Aide is responsible for independently supervising groups of up to twenty (20) students, delivering high-quality instruction, upholding the mission and values of the Town, and working with other members of the Youth Program team to track students' academic progress and support students' social and emotional development. This position may be responsible for delivering a specialized intervention program for youth as needed. This grant-funded program operates during the academic year on Monday - Friday. Work hours are typically from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Reports to:

Youth Program Administrator Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Essential Job Functions

• Assist the Youth Program Teacher and Youth Program Administrator in implementing daily literacy skills, lesson plans, enrichment and academic activities for all youth enrolled in the Town's Youth Program.
• Provide a structured, enjoyable learning experience for all youth.
• Provide direct support to students in need of academic intervention/homework assistance.
• Provide student instruction/support in a small group setting.
• Assist with conducting assessments of student learning and document program accomplishments.
• Participate in meetings and training as needed to support the program and student success.
• Comply with all safety and other regularity and/or funder requirements.
• Performs general maintenance and clean up duties at the park such as emptying trash and ash tray bins, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables and chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, cleaning concession area, restrooms, and ball fields.
• Must complete all organizational mandated training, within the designated time frame.
• Performs other duties as directed.