Activity Leader

Activity Leader

Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school with students, faculty and staff all learning together on our four-acre campus in the heart of Oakland. Everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing. Academically, that means a world-class curriculum, the best teachers, and a focus on the individual student. Socially and emotionally, we teach students to work through challenges, respect each other’s differences, and honor their diverse community. We find great strength in multiple perspectives and embrace every opportunity to weave diversity in thought and action into our social, emotional, and academic lives.

Job Description

We are seeking dynamic, energetic, playful, responsible activity leaders to cultivate and develop the inquisitive minds of a diverse student body in our after-school program. Join our dedicated team in providing a fun, innovative, quality program where children build their confidence through creative clubs, physical activities, and free play. Activity Leaders are committed to working in a multicultural learning environment, demonstrate flexibility, have a positive attitude, and a professional demeanor. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children in a school or camp setting, an understanding of the social and emotional needs of K-8 students, strong communication and organizational skills, and a motivation to work with a strong existing team.

Essential Responsibilities

This role is specifically designed to support Kindergartners after school, though may involve supporting other grades as well

• Supervise, interact with and engage students
• Plan, develop, and facilitate creative clubs and recreational activities
• Help to ensure the safety and hygiene of students by following all School policies and procedures, including those related to COVID-19 health and safety
• Set-up and clean-up all program areas in compliance with the School’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols
• Communicate program needs to Director
• Attend regular staff meetings and professional development
• Assist with other School duties, including lunch and recess supervision, as requested
• Attend and/or help staff School events as requested

Desired Qualifications

• A love of working with children
• An understanding of the developmental needs of K-8 students
• High energy and creativity
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Flexibility and patience

Schedule and Hours
These are part-time (50%), non-exempt positions beginning immediately. The after-school schedule is Monday-Friday 2:00-6:00 pm with bi-weekly meetings at 1:30 pm.  Additional hours are available during in-service days and school breaks. The anticipated pay scale is between $21/hour to $23.53/hour depending on experience.

Apply
Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and completed Redwood Day Employment Application to activityleader@rdschool.org, Attn: Rob Eifler, Director of After-School & Summer Programs.

Tagged as: K-6, Middle School