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Join Discover After School at New Providence Elementary School and make a meaningful impact in the lives of elementary-aged students! We are seeking engaged, curriculum-focused, motivated, and reliable counselors who are passionate about creating a safe, structured, and enriching environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive.

As an Before & After School Counselor, you will help bring our mission to life by implementing engaging curriculum, building positive relationships, and supporting students academic, social, and emotional growth through high-quality programming.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent service to all students, families, co-workers, and school administration.
• Meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the children in their care.
• Work in a team environment; build and maintain healthy, cooperative relationships.
• Communicate positively and effectively with the Site Director.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures both organizationally and departmentally to ensure the safety of children, parents, and staff.
• Model positive behavior and educate children in a manner which contributes to mature and responsible behavior.
• Complete all Discover After School and governmentally required training in the required time frame.
• Implement the curriculum and schedule provided on a daily basis and provide feedback to such on a weekly basis.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a High School Diploma.
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Screening & Drug Screening.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.

Skills:

• Engaged, dependable, and reliable.
• Curriculum-driven and activity-focused.
• Motivated, enthusiastic, patient, and responsible.
• Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills in English.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Passion for working with children and making a positive impact.

Expectations:

• Embrace diversity by respecting all children, parents, and staff regardless of race, creed, abilities, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Attend all meetings pertinent to this position.
• Oversee and participate in the cleaning and maintaining of facilities, equipment, and all areas used.
• Perform additional tasks as needed or requested.
• Wear appropriate staff uniform as assigned.
• Report to all scheduled shifts on time.
• Uphold safety procedures for children, parents, and staff.
• Follow scheduled activities.
• Familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to perform additional tasks as required.
• Promptly communicate any concerns to the Site Director.

Job Type: Part-time

Compensation: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Family and Childcare Perks
• Employee Recognition and Rewards
• Social and Recreational Activities
• Company Merchandise Store
• Professional Development
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Schedule:

• August 2026 - May 2027
• Monday - Friday
• After Care - 2:30PM - 6:00PM (No AM Care)

*All positions are part time with the possibility for full time hours*

Discover After School Seasonal Camp Opportunity Disclosure:

At Discover After School, our main employment period is from August to June, with seasonal camp opportunities available during breaks. Staffing for camps depends on student enrollment, so not all staff may work during seasonal camp breaks. We conduct a survey at the end of each season to determine who is interested in working seasonal camps. Managers choose top counselors based on their work ethics and reliability, emphasizing factors like attendance and punctuality because camp is a full-day commitment and requires dependable staff. Additionally, we survey employees at the end of the school year to confirm who will return for the next school year. Returning employees are guaranteed a position with a good recommendation from their manager. Does this employment structure align with your expectations and career goals?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: New Providence Elementary School - 1118 Old Cherokee Rd, Lexington, SC 29072

Discover After School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.