After School Program Aide - Part Time
Company: The Salvation Army Del Oro Division
Location: Carson City
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Salvation Army Mission
Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an
evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is
based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet
human needs in His name without discrimination. BASIC PURPOSE The
Program Aide is responsible for providing safe and developmentally
appropriate after and after school programs for youth along with
Day Camp in the summer. The Program Aide is responsible for the
safety, care and supervision of children participating in morning
latch key program and after school homework assistance, tutoring,
creative arts and recreational activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Implementation of the After School Program in
accordance with the objectives, policies, and philosophies of The
Salvation Army, and in compliance with Title 22 regulations.
Provides constant supervision of children while involved in
Salvation Army programs. Assist with implementation of lesson plans
(content areas: science, math, language, art, physical education).
Assist program participants with homework, reading, creative arts
and recreational activities. Treat each child with dignity and
respect with special interest in enhancing each child’s
self-esteem. Help facilitate active indoor and outdoor games and
learning activities. Share responsibility for the classroom as a
learning environment including arrangement, appearance, neatness,
etc., as well as necessary housekeeping duties. Assist with the
opening and closing recreational facilities; monitor facility use;
prepare and set up facilities for use. Attend all staff meetings
and participates in conferences and other programs conducive to
professional growth. Assist with maintaining records on daily
attendance and snack counts. Sanitize or clean-up all
indoor/outdoor spaces and equipment, including set-up and
dismantling equipment such as tables and chairs. Help maintain a
clean and safe environment through minor custodial duties e.g.
picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, etc. Perform other job duties
as assigned by superiors. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS Must be 18 years or older. Two years of
experience working with youth in a related environment or field
preferred. Must possess an enthusiasm for children and youth, and a
zeal and vision for youth ministry which is in agreement with the
overall philosophy and goals of The Salvation Army. General office
skills required (computer skills, reading, proof-reading, typing,
filing, correct spelling and grammar usage, use of telephone). Must
possess excellent written and oral communication skills Must have
ability to work with supervisors such as Office Coordinator, Corps
Officers, and work well as a team alongside co-workers, community
members, and guests/clients. Able to function in fast-paced,
frequently changing environment. Must have the ability to work with
people of diversity. Competent in Microsoft Word, Publisher and
Excel Must pass a criminal background check and required
certification for The Salvation Army’s “Protecting The Mission”
child safety program. Must have or get current pediatric CPR and
First Aid Cards. Have or willingness to get Class C license for
transportation of children is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to operate under stressful working conditions in a rapidly
changing work environment with multiple priorities is required.
Ability to physically interact with children including reaching,
stooping, kneeling, handling objects and moving or lifting objects
up to 40 pounds. Some travel may be required. Must be able to fill
in for jobs when staff members are absent, which may require the
employee to stand for up to 2 hours or more at a time; must be able
to walk, run, crouch, stoop, reach and grasp with hands and arms.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties
of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person
with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the
job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements
of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy
requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in
undue hardship. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit, walk, stand,
bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or
sometimes continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull
objects Ability to reach overhead Ability to operate telephone
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for administrative positions OR
Ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs. for positions that require lifting
Ability to operate a computer Ability to process written, visual,
and/or verbal information Ability to operate basic office equipment
and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties
of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person
with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the
job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements
of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy
requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in
undue hardship.
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