Before and After School Counselor

**Latchkey Program Staff**

Join our Latchkey team at Best Friends Day Care Centers, LLC where we provide Before and Afterschool services for the West Shore School District and STEAM Academy in downtown Harrisburg. With over 30 years of experience, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and educational environment for children to thrive.

**Responsibilities:**

- Engage with children in educational activities and provide tutoring support as needed.

- Implement behavior management techniques to ensure a positive and safe learning environment.

- Create and implement daily activities.

- Collaborate with colleagues to create a dynamic and inclusive program for all children.

- Provide first aid assistance when necessary and ensure the well-being of all children.

- Contribute to the overall success of the latchkey program through active participation.

**Skills:**

- Experience in tutoring, early childhood education, or babysitting is preferred.

- Knowledge of behavior management and special education practices.

- Understanding of childhood development principles and classroom management techniques.

- Ability to educate and engage children effectively in a childcare setting.

- Familiarity with first aid procedures is a plus.

At Best Friends Day Care Centers, LLC, we value your dedication to enriching the lives of children. If you have a passion for working with young learners and possess the skills mentioned above, we welcome you to apply for the Latchkey Program Staff position. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children every day.

Hours are 6:30-8:30am and/or 3:30-6:00 pm.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Are you interested in the AM Shift (6:30-8:30), PM Shift (3:30-6:00) , or BOTH?
• Are you flexible to which location you are assigned? If not, please note which location(s) you are able to work at within the West Shore School District . Below are the schools/shifts we are looking to fill positions in:

Fishing Creek Elementary - AM Shift M-F
Red Mill Elementary- AM Shift - Wednesday & Thursdays
Highland Elementary- AM Shift- M-F
Rossmoyne Elementary- AM Shift M-F
Hillside Elementary- AM Shift M-F
Washington Heights - AM Shift M-F, PM Shift M-F

Floater/On call- PM Shift- M-F

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person