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After School Program Staff (3rd Grade - 12th Grade)
After-School Program Staff (3rd Grade - 12th Grade)
Summary
NorthStar Foundation focuses on the critical, unmet needs of North Omaha’s young men with the goal of helping them grow into healthy, educated, employed contributors to the community. NorthStar is the only single-sex, male after-school program in Greater Omaha. NorthStar serves 3rd - 12th grade boys.
NorthStar is seeking responsible, enthusiastic individuals to work directly with youth in the after-school program and summer program. Staff report to the Senior Manager and work with a team to supervise groups of students. They are responsible for leading youth through various program activities as assigned by Senior Manager. They provide students with a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to try new things and develop skills. They serve as positive role models and mentors, building professional relationships that support students’ academic achievement and overall wellbeing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead youth through various program activities, adhering to schedules and instructions. Activities may include gym/field games, arts and crafts, academic support, field trips, and other experiences that promote the development of students.
Work with a team to prepare activities before students arrive.
Actively supervise students during activities, prioritizing safety at all times.
Use engagement strategies to make activities fun and interactive for all students.
Consistently model positive habits for students.
Set clear behavior expectations aligned with the Student Code of Conduct.
Maintain clean and orderly program spaces.
Use technology such as smart TVs, iPads, Bluetooth speakers, and walkie-talkies to help with program operations.
Build supportive professional relationships with students, families, program staff, volunteers, and external partners.
Attend scheduled meetings, community events, professional development sessions, and trainings.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned on an as-needed basis.
Job Qualifications
Must be19 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Reliable transportation and ability to maintain consistent attendance.
Successful background check and drug screening
Ability to interact with people from different backgrounds with empathy and cultural awareness
Strong organizational skills (planning, prioritizing tasks, managing time)
Strong communication skills (speaking, listening, writing, reading comprehension)
Prior experience working with youth preferred
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Staff must be able to:
regularly move about program spaces for several hours daily with ample energy
physically assist students during activities, which may require: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or reaching, moving, lifting, and/or handling objects, using basic tools and/or office supplies
efficiently communicate with students and staff during fast-paced activities
visually monitor groups of students during fast-paced activities
quickly identify and react to environmental sounds
maintain focus when noise levels are moderate to loud
perform job duties in indoor and outdoor settings, occasionally during poor weather
Schedule and Seasonal Hours
After-school program staff typically work 15–25 hours per week, with schedules varying seasonally based on program needs.
School Year (August–May)
During the after-school program, hours are typically 2:00PM-7:00PM, Monday through Friday; coordinating with Omaha Public Schools calendar.
Summer (June–July)
During summer programming, hours are typically one of the following options:
8:30AM -12:30PM, Monday through Thursday
11:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday through Thursday
8:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday through Thursday
Schedules may vary due to holidays, school breaks, parent-teacher conferences, training requirements, or other special circumstances.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting rate: $17 per hour
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Referral program
Training and professional development