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Early Release Group Leader

Concord Recreation is seeking energetic, part time staff who enjoy leading children in fun recreational activities while providing quality care. General responsibilities include planning, leading, and assisting age-appropriate activities, and engaging in hands-on activities and games with the children. Group Leaders will provide direct supervision of children grades K-5 on Wednesday Afternoons form 12P-6P. When available, Recreation Childcare positions can be combined for additional hours. Competitive wages and professional development are a bonus to the opportunity to work with a great team in an exciting and fun program This group leader position is ideal for those looking for a few hours per week, who enjoy working with children in a fun and team-oriented environment. This is an opportunity to share your passions and talents (art, sports, theater, science, etc) with elementary school aged children. Free tuition offered for employee’s school aged child!

This is a 10-month school year position following the Concord Public School calendar from late August until June.

Full pay range - $17.75-$25/hour based on education and experience, starting hourly rate depending on qualifications, typically on the first half of the range.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews and/or other assessments.  All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including a Background Records Check and Fingerprinting.  Costs for these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Department:          Human Services/Recreation                                Salary Grade: MISC

Reports To:           Childcare Services Manager                                FLSA Status:   Hourly

Appointed By:       Town Manager                                                      Date:   July 2022

GENERAL SUMMARY

 Under the supervision of the Childcare Services Manager, Group Leaders are responsible for the supervision and management of students grades K-5 in the program while maintaining a classroom/group in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of the Concord Recreation Early Release Day Program. Staff that are hired to work in the Concord Recreation Early Release Day Program will have access to ongoing training, competitive compensation, and special discount rates for employee's children. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

•  Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for all students and staff.
•  Plan and implement curriculum, meeting the social-emotional, physical and intellectual needs of the children based on the goals, philosophy and general curriculum plan of the AfterSchool Program.
•  Provide support and facilitate remote learning as directed by the Concord Public Schools.
•  Provide written program plans for the Rec Supervisor  and Childcare Manager, monthly.
•  Ensure the health and safety of children through constant supervision, arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment and knowledge of emergency procedures.
•  Maintain written records of individual progress, with the assistance of Site Coordinator, to be reviewed annually.
•  Communicate with parents and other staff through daily contact, newsletters, and conferences (as requested/required).
•  Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings and professional development training, as required by EEC and the Childcare Manager.
•  Attend conferences and workshops to achieve personal goals and promote professional growth and to meet professional development goals.
•  Show awareness of specific individual health plans and comply with plans, including required training (EPI pen administration, insulin pump operation, etc.).
•  Exhibit knowledge about and adhere to program policies and procedures, including those for emergencies, medication administration, suspected abuse/neglect and referrals.
•  Operate the classroom/site in compliance with EEC regulations, DESE Standards and QRIS requirements.
•  Comply with personnel policies of the Town of Concord, Concord Recreation and EEC/Childcare Programs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work in a high energy environment with students grades K-5.
•  Good written and oral communication skills

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE &SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

•  Must be at least 18 years old and
•  Must meet EEC Qualifications for Group Leader ( one of the following)

• Have a Bachelor's or Associate's degree and have three months of experience working with school age children.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent and six months of experience working with school age children including three months of supervised experience at a school age childcare program.
•  Have nine months of experience with school age children including three months of supervised experience at a school age child care program.

• Must comply with EEC Background Records Check regulations and Professional Qualification Registry requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk and hear.  Uses hands to finger, handles, feels or operates objects, tools or controls and reaches with hands and arms as in picking up paper, files and other common office objects.  Employee may infrequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds such as tools and supplies, etc. 

Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile machine and all other standard office equipment requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, reaching and stooping may also be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.  The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.