Junior Staff - Fox Valley (4448)

Position Overview

The Junior Staff is responsible for assisting to implement and supervise activities in a variety of program areas, such as education and STEM, arts and crafts, sports and recreation, good character and citizenship, and health and wellness. The Junior Staff will support a Club environment that is healthy, fun, safe, clean, and well maintained for Club members ages 6-13.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old to be considered for this position.

2026–2027 School Year opportunity at the following locations:
- Badger Elementary School
- Highlands Elementary School

Hours During the School Year:
Part-Time | Monday through Friday
Schedule will vary based on the school calendar:

- School Days: Hours will be scheduled before and/or after school.

- Non-School Days (including winter break, spring break, and teacher development days): Schedule availability will typically be between 7:00am and 5:30pm.

Essential Job Functions

- Support an environment that actively engages Club members in programs and activities.

- Record program attendance accurately for all programs and activities facilitated with Club members.

- Provide guidance and positive role modeling to Club members.

- Monitor programs and activities to ensure the safety of Club members.

- Abides by Mandated Reporter policies and procedures.

- Collaborate with internal teams and departments to align goals and strategies and to foster a culture of cooperation and teamwork.

- Engage in continuous learning and contribute to the effective implementation of continuous improvement processes.

- Support the ethical use of data to make decisions in a timely and informed manner.

- Represent the organization to the community in a way that enhances the organizations profile, builds its reputation, supports its strategic priorities, and advances its mission.

- Contribute to operational goals and objectives that align with and advance the organization's strategic priorities.

- Strive to meet and surpass the expectations of youth, families, staff, volunteers, Board, funders, and other key stakeholders.

- Focus efforts on promoting equity, engaging in trauma-informed and continuous improvement practices, and doing what is needed to help the communities the organization serves become great places for all children and youth to grow and thrive.

- Ensure current safety practices meet or exceed organizational requirements.

- Support the implementation of new or amended policies, practices, and processes that further mitigate and minimize safety risks.

- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence, aligning your efforts with the organizations values, mission, strategic priorities, and policies.

- Participate in available coaching opportunities, regular one-on-one meetings with supervisor, performance evaluations, and goal setting.

- Demonstrate a commitment to learning and development by following talent development requirements and creating and following a professional development plan.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The Junior Staff requires a majority combination of the following:

Education and Experience

- Enrolled in High School or equivalent.

- Demonstrated record of interest in working with children.

Skills and Requirements

- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a timely, open, and clear manner.

- Reliable transportation.

- Knowledge of and ability to effectively use computers, software, and other technology tools.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Key Characteristics

- Is mission-driven and values-based.

- Demonstrates a growth mindset and a commitment to lifelong learning.

- Upholds a commitment to equity, while striving to be anti-racist and respectful of cultural differences with all stakeholders.

- Contributes to a purpose-driven culture characterized by trust, inclusion, belonging, autonomy, and learning.

- Operates with excellence in mind in all matters.