Part-Time After-School Counselor 2:30–6 PM
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Shalom Austin
Austin, TX, US
Summary
Lead and supervise groups of children in various after-school activities and programming. Manage transportation from local elementary schools using a 15-passenger van while ensuring child safety and emotional well-being.
Job Description
Description
Are you serious about having fun? Get paid for doing what you love!
Role at a Glance:
- Compensation: $15.00 -$17.00 per hour
- Free Dell JCC Membership (pool, gym, tennis courts, exercise classes, etc.).
- Schedule: 2:30PM – 6:00PM, Monday-Friday
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Degree or equivalent
About the Position:
Counselors, along with their co-counselors will be assigned daily to a group of 15-18 children based by grade, Kindergarten-5th grade. This is a part-time, hourly position. Counselors will manage the daily routine and activities for their group and are responsible for building relationships with and engaging children in their care. Counselors will also help with transportation from schools, which may include driving a 15-passenger van. Working hours are 2:30pm-6:00pm, with the option of a 5-day per week (Monday-Friday) schedule, or a 3-day per week (choose from any 3 weekdays) schedule.
Skills Required:
Enthusiasm, patience, time management, a great sense of humor, attention to detail, strong work ethic, positivity, and excellent communication! Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required! We strive to help both you and our children in the community grow.
Compensation and Benefits
- We’ll pay you an hourly salary of $15.00-$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
- Free Dell JCC Membership (pool, gym, tennis courts, exercise classes, etc.).
Schedule
2:30–6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.
Essential Functions:
- Picking-up children from local elementary schools (vehicle transportation provided).
- Managing the daily routine and activities for the assigned group.
- Accountability for children’s emotional needs, health, and safety.
- Implementing group activities, crafts, and projects.
- Maintaining accurate rosters of children in group.
- Following emergency management and safety policies.
- Encouraging and modeling respect for personal space, equipment, and facilities.
- Ability to drive a 15-passenger van to transport children (strongly preferred)
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess enthusiasm, patience, a great sense of humor, a strong work ethic, positivity, and the ability to work well on a team and with children.
- Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check).
- Adhere to our Mission, Core Values, and all HR policies and procedures.
Shalom Austin is the hub of Jewish life in Central Texas. Through our cultural values, we provide services and resources to connect, empower and impact the community locally, nationally and around the world.
Shalom Austin knows the Jewish people of Austin will live their best lives when they can access a vibrant, thriving community of people who share a culture of common life experiences. Shalom Austin empowers the people and organizations that make a difference in our Jewish community. We provide leadership, financial support, services, facilities and connections with people and Jewish organizations throughout Austin, Israel and the world.
Shalom Austin consists of four main branches including Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation of Greater Austin, Jewish Family Service and the Jewish Foundation of Austin & Central Texas, who are all tasked with delivering on aspects of our promise to the Austin community.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Austin, TX
Shalom Austin is the hub of Jewish life in Central Texas. Through our cultural values, we provide services and resources to connect, empower and impact the community locally, nationally and around the world.
Shalom Austin knows the Jewish people of Austin will live their best lives when they can access a vibrant, thriving community of people who share a culture of common life experiences. Shalom Austin empowers the people and organizations that make a difference in our Jewish community. We provide leadership, financial support, services, facilities and connections with people and Jewish organizations throughout Austin, Israel and the world.
Shalom Austin consists of four main branches including Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation of Greater Austin, Jewish Family Service and the Jewish Foundation of Austin & Central Texas, who are all tasked with delivering on aspects of our promise to the Austin community.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Austin, TX