Activity Assistant Summer Program
Activity Assistant Summer Program
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Job Description
Who We Are
Manchester Youth Development Center (MYDC) is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of children families and communities. Our mission is to create a welcoming safe and caring environment nurturing academic social and emotional development to empower youth to become engaged productive citizens. Our holistic approach focuses on positive goalsetting and family mobilization serving as a catalyst for lasting change in our community. We provide a comprehensive range of educational recreational and social programs equipping young individuals with the skills and confidence necessary for success and are committed to making a profound impact on the lives of youth in Manchester.
Summer Program
Camp CHOICE is an innovative summer program for rising 1st through 7th graders running from June 23rd to August 1st.Students will experience handson STEM activities creative arts sports and field trips in a safe and supportive environment. The program emphasizes positive social interactions and teamwork helping children build crucial life skills while exploring interests in science technology arts and sports.
Who Were Looking For
The Activity Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the Activity Leader and in creating a fun safe and enriching experience for children in MYDCs summer program. This role involves assisting with the implementation of engaging activities providing support to children with diverse needs and contributing to a positive and inclusive environment. The Activity Assistant will work closely with the Activity Leader to ensure the successful of daily program activities and contribute to the overall mission of MYDC to nurture academic social and emotional development in youth.
Essential Duties
- Assist in leading engaging summer program activities including arts crafts sports and educational workshops
- Provide academic supportto students ensuring continued learning throughout the summer.
- Supervise students during activities and field tripsprioritizing their safety and wellbeing.
- Foster positive relationships with students andstaff creating a fun and supportive summer program atmosphere.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the summer program through feedback and participation in staff meetings.
Compensation:$18$22/hour
Summer Program Dates and Work Schedule:
- Program orientation and training will be week ofJune 2 2025
- June 23 2025 through August 1 2025
- Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
Experience/Education Requirement:
- Prior experience in education childcare or youthcentered programs OR a requisite number of postsecondary credits in Education or Child Development.
- Experience in organizing and assisting impactful youth activities and programs.
- Compliance with all background checks and completion of requirements set forth by the Department of Human Services (DHS).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Understands ageappropriate child development behaviors and needs.
- Shows genuine interest and enthusiasm for working with and supporting children.
- Strong communication skills ability to communicates clearly with children and staff.
- Ability to work collaboratively and follow directions.
- Understands and follows safety guidelines.
- Demonstrates patience and empathy when interacts with children.
- Adapts to changing situations and assists with creative and diverse activities.
- Contributes to a fun and encouraging environment.
- Completes tasks and arrives on time.
- Open to feedback and eager to develop new skills.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
