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Camp Fire First Texas Job Summary

Job Title: Afterschool Program Specialist

Department: Youth Development

Position Level/Classification: Entry Level

Location: Aledo ISD (Aledo, TX)

In-Person/Virtual:  In-person, Monday-Friday 2pm-6:30pm

Reports To: Site Director

FLSA Status:  Nonexempt

Full/Part Time:  Part Time (22.5 hours per week)

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Compensation Package: 

$15-16 per hour 
company paid LTD & Life, PTO, 1 week paid holiday break in December, 1 floating holiday

Start Date: Continuous

Our Commitment to Equity

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. Camp Fire strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Our Investment in You

Through a commitment to equity, continuous learning and by leading with our values, we believe in maintaining a supportive work culture while providing the highest quality programming. Camp Fire is putting the call out to passionate individual who is ready to join our team.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High School Diploma
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to work with a diverse group of youth and adults
• Have and maintain reliable transportation
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills
• High moral character and integrity
• Must be able to pass criminal background check

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Experience working with youth
• CDA, AA or Bachelors Degree in child development, education, or a related field
• Knowledge of state and local requirements for child care centers
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Essential Functions:  Ability to implement curriculum with youth. Provide a warm, nurturing, fun and safe environment for youth. Interact with youth and families daily in a positive and professional manner.  Attend all meetings and functions required by the position. Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Relationships:

Must maintain clear communication and positive relations with all program staff, guests, volunteers, peers, and supporters of Camp Fire and will report directly to  Site Director.

Accountability:

 This position is responsible for supervision and safety of youth at the program site

Key Area of Responsibility:

Program Operations

• Plan and coordinate with the Site Director to implement daily lesson plans based on the curriculum outline
• Supervise and participate in group activities
• Use and promote positive guidance
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment by adhering to Camp Fire and Licensing standards
• Communicate with Site Director all incidents and/or behavior issues in a timely manner
• Ensure proper use of program supplies and equipment to minimize waste
• Assist in program events such as Field Trips, school activities, and Open Houses as needed

Human Resources

• • Report any concerns to supervisor immediately
  • Attend required training and staff meetings
  • Read and respond to email correspondence from Site Director, Program Director, or other Camp Fire      personnel
  • Maintain positive, professional relationships with co-workers, school faculty, and families

Financial Operations                                                       

• Provide exceptional customer service to families
• Maintain high enrollment by providing excellent programming

Marketing and Public Relations

• Promote Camp Fire programs within the community
• Represent Camp Fire in a positive manner

Facility Management

• Maintain a clean and safe program area
• Report all maintenance and repair needs to the Site Director

Program and Operations 

• Attend Camp Fire General Staff Meetings.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about unusual events, special needs, participant concerns and suggestions.

• Be able to communicate program purposes and goals in the community
• Support and implement Council goals as assigned

About Camp Fire:

Camp Fire First Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that invests in North Texas communities by providing out-of-school time and outdoor learning programs for children and youth while also offering workforce development programs for early childhood educators. We envision a community in which every child has equitable access to the learning opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Our Commitment

Camp Fire welcomes and embraces all youth of diverse cultures, beliefs, experiences, and identities. We are committed to creating a culturally responsive, inclusive, and safe environment for all children, families and staff. Camp Fire First Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, gender, gender expression and identification, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or any otherfication protected by law.

Apply:

 View open positions at https://www.campfirefw.org/careers/.

Employment at Camp Fire First Texas is on an at-will basis. The employee and the organization are each free to terminate the relationship at any time without cause.

Due to the volume of responses, only qualified parties will be contacted. No phone calls or emails, please.