Schedule/Hours: Monday through Sunday as needed up to 29 hours a week with minimal travel.
This position is responsible for:
Leading children’s activities at an after-school program, including classroom training, tutoring, sports activities, bible study, computer programs and specialized programs; prepares and serves children lunch and snacks; assists in leading field trips; maintains the cleanliness of the after school area; transports passengers in a Salvation Army vehicle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Child Care Responsibilities (40%)
- Organizing, Planning, and Teaching Lessons (30%)
- Driving Responsibilities (20%)
- Cleaning Responsibilities (10%)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to meet attendance requirements.
- Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
- Ability to observe children and ensure their safety.
- Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely observing all laws, regulations, and policies.
- Ability to pass DOT requirements to drive a Salvation Army mid bus or other DOT vehicle if requested.
- Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis.
- Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.
Employee Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Aflac Dental & Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required,
AND
- One to two years’ experience teaching child development programs,
OR
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Certifications:
- Valid State Driver’s License
- Valid CDL – Class B (Preferred)
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled
Skills Required
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- One to two years' experience teaching child development programs or equivalent
- Valid State Driver's License
- Valid CDL Class B
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
- Ability to pass DOT requirements to drive a mid bus or other DOT vehicle if requested
- Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively
What We Do
The Salvation Army is an international movement and evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Motivated by the love of God, its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The organization works to stabilize families ravaged by poverty and aims to eradicate homelessness, addiction, and other barriers to long-term stability for those in need.
