After School Program Assistant
Job Description
Organization: Town of 91 Parks and Recreation Dept.
# of positions: 6+
Hours/Schedule: M-F 3-7:30pm flexible schedule to accommodate
Job Description: The after-school program is open daily from 3-6pm. BP+R would like to extend the support of care and supervision until 7:30pm to offer care to school aged children who may be at the center while their caregiver is attending one of the centers evening fitness classes.
The program offers opportunities for local children to use the center’s facilities to include the gymnasium, game room, gym equipment etc. The program will also include supporting students in homework help and guidance, 1:1 mentoring, board games, arts and crafts etc. Support students individually and in small groups. 91 students are encouraged to bring their unique personal skillset to help grow and enrich the program if they are interested in doing so – teach an art, craft, sport, new skills. Support general program development. Must be outgoing, energetic, flexible and innovative in this role.
Additional hours and opportunities may include supporting similar 91 Parks and Recreation programming throughout the year to include events like “Parents Night Out” – a Friday evening drop off event hosted at the center to include a games and activities and other events that take place during non-standard operating hours.
NOTE: Completed BCI required.
Transportation: Accessible by RIPTA, includes .4 mile walk from bus stop to facility.
If you have a work study award and would like to earn your award through this position, complete the community service interest form or contact the Center for Engaged Learning at engage@rwu.edu or call 401-254-3765.
*Students are prohibited from driving during work-study employment with the limited exception of authorized work-study driver positions.