Teen After School Programs Assistant

About the position

The Teen After School Programs Assistant at Howard County Library System is responsible for supporting students aged 10 to 14 with their homework and coordinating additional afterschool activities. This role involves establishing effective relationships with students, parents, and school staff, ensuring a safe and disciplined environment, and assisting with the daily operations of the afterschool program.

Responsibilities
? Assists students aged 10 - 14 with homework.
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? Works with the Teen Instructor & Research Specialist to coordinate additional afterschool activities.
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? Assists with daily set-up and clean-up of the teen afterschool program, including lifting/moving tables, chairs, and boxes.
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? Establishes and maintains effective relationships with middle school students, their parents, school staff, and other community members.
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? Assists with maintaining discipline, safety, and control of the site.
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? Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
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? Adheres to all policies and procedures.
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? Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements
? Must be at least 18 years of age.
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? Some college experience preferred.
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? People skills - ability to work effectively with teens and enjoy it.
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? Demonstrated desire to work with youth and teens.
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? Demonstrated ability to establish a rapport with the teen population.
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? Knowledge of appropriate teen activities and materials.
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? Computer proficiency - ability to use programs/processes such as the Internet, social networking, and gaming.
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? Knowledge of community and current events.
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? Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
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? Current valid driver's license.

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