Before & After School Program Summer Adventures Camp Enrichment Assistant

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) enjoys a reputation as one of the premier school districts in Iowa and the midwest with students staff and parents unified in their efforts to excel in academics athletics the arts and activities. Located in the heart of Iowa Ankeny is just 6 miles from the capital city of Des Moines The District serves over 12500 PK-12 students. Ankeny CSD is the 7th largest school district in the state of Iowa growing an average of 300 students per school year. The district offers a competitive salary and benefit packages.

JDE: 8.03

Before & After School Program - Summer Adventures Camp -Enrichment Assistant

Purpose Statement

The role of Before & After School Program Enrichment Assistant is to support the physical behavioral and social-emotional needs of all students in the out-of-school setting. They assist in implementing high-quality hands-on enrichment programming while creating a nurturing environment where every student feels safe valued and engaged.

Job Title: Before & After School Program Enrichment Assistant
Hourly Rate: $14.00/hour (through June 30)$15.75/hour (effective July 1)

Reports To: Manager of Before & After School Programs and/or Before & After School Program Site Leader/Assistant Site Leader(s)

Wage/Hour Status:Non-Exempt

Job Details:

Attend Required Professional Development: Staff Orientation and Training as scheduled prior to camp start date

Attend site team meetings as scheduled potentially outside of program hours

Employment dates: approximately mid-May through mid-August with opportunity to extend employment into the school year

• Monday through Friday on camp days as scheduled
• Program hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Individual employee hours will be determined based on program enrollment and may vary from week-to-week. Work hours may/may not match program hours depending on employee qualifications availability and program need.
• Employees are scheduled up to 29-40 hours per week

Closed on the following holiday(s): per annual calendar

Minimum Qualifications

• 16 years of age.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students and staff.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and flexibility.
• Ability to take direction and a willingness to collaborate as part of a team.
• Ability to implement procedures and support daily operations.
• Must demonstrate reliable attendance.
• Experience working and interacting with school-age students preferred.

Essential Functions

• Assist enrichment leaders in implementing lesson plans by working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and assist with hands-on projects
• Provide individual or small group support for students including assistance with behavior intervention plans as directed by the site leader
• Assist site leaders and enrichment leaders in communicating expectations modeling positive behavior and using de-escalation and conflict-resolution strategies when needed
• Actively engage with students and families to establish a safe positive engaging environment
• Supervise and actively monitor students in various settings including classrooms and non-classrooms such as cafeterias hallways gyms playgrounds buses during arrival and dismissal and on field trips
• Provide front office coverage while facilitating student dismissal and verifying authorized pickups; perform accurate data entry; and assist with questions and general support
• Demonstrate responsible use of program resources by ensuring appropriate materials are available properly put away and that activity areas are cleaned and organized after use
• Present a positive professional image of the Before & After School Program while providing exemplary customer care and following the Before & After School Program Standards of Service
• Collaborate with site leaders and other Before & After School Program staff to meet the needs of all students
• Maintain confidentiality and follow legal and ethical standards related to student support
• Obtain and maintain required certifications including adult and child CPR and First Aid and participate in ongoing professional development to ensure compliance with Iowa Department of Health & Human Services minimum standards
• Adhere to safety protocols and policies established by Ankeny Community School District and the Before & After School Program as well as the Iowa Department of Health & Human Services licensing minimum standards to ensure the safety of oneself and others
• Support District goals and objectives while adhering to all District policies contributing to the overall success of the school community
• Some evening and weekend hours may be required on a limited basis
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting carrying pushing pulling climbing reaching driving standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Terms of Employment

Work year established by the District.

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy. These employees are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Updated: April 10 2026

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

Required Experience:

Junior IC