After School Energy Youth Leader
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City of Kent, Washington
Kent, CT, US
Summary
Plan, organize, and lead daily activities including sports and arts and crafts for children in grades K-5. Supervise groups of 20-30 participants under the direction of the Youth and Teen Manager.
Job Description
Come work at a place where you have a direct impact on the quality of life for Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike!
AFTER SCHOOL ENERGY YOUTH LEADER
(8 Positions Available)
Cover letter and resume must be attached with application.
Hours: 9-10 hours per week
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 3:00pm-5:00pm
Wednesday – 12:45pm-3:15pm, 1pm-3:30pm, 1:35-3:55pm depending on school
Program runs September 14, 2026 – May 21, 2027
Salary: $18.75 per hour
Open: July 25, 2026
Closes: Open until filled
Duties: Under the direction of the Youth and Teen Manager and Program Coordinator, Youth Leaders plan, organize and lead daily activities for children grades K-5th. After school programs consist of approximately 20-30 participants and 3 staff members. Activities include group games, sports, and arts and crafts.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years of age. Applicants are subject to a Sterling background check. Must have First Aid/CPR certification prior to program start date.
Preferred Qualifications: 1 year or more of experience working with children in recreation, teaching, or day camp environment; knowledge of age appropriate athletic and social activities, and other large group activities for children between 6-12 years old; ability to live by Kent Parks mission of “Dedicated to Enriching Lives” and demonstrate the following characteristics: responsible, respectful, honest, energetic, passionate, flexible, original, creative, dependable, thoughtful.
Temporary employees with the City of Kent do not receive insurance or time off benefits outside of those which are legally mandated. In certain instances, temporary employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the State of Washington’s Department of Retirement Systems.
The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kent is a national center for aerospace, space, and advanced manufacturing. Blue Origin — Kent's largest employer — calls our city home, alongside Stoke Space, Boeing, and more than 50 other companies whose scientists and engineers are developing some of the world's most advanced vehicles and technologies. Located just 18 miles from Seattle and Tacoma and seven miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Kent is accessible, connected, and built for innovation.
Kent is the sixth largest city in Washington, with a population of more than 140,000 people and 138 languages spoken in homes, businesses, and schools across the city. Our community reflects the world — and that diversity is one of our greatest strengths.
At the City of Kent, our work is guided by a simple belief: growth, opportunity, and teamwork make a stronger community. Everything we do has a direct impact on the quality of life of Kent residents, business owners, and visitors — and that starts with the people on our team. Kent is also a beautiful place to live and work, with parks, a historic downtown, and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. Whether you live here, work here, or are just getting to know us — welcome to Kent!
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Founded
1890
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Kent, WA
