After-School Care Counselors are in charge of children age 2 through eighth grade that stay after school. In this role, your duties could include leading a variety of activities, games, serving snacks, helping students with homework. After-school care counselors offer students the chance to be productive and have fun in a safe and supportive environment.Successful After School Care Counselors possess the following qualities and/or skills:- Strong communication skills, counselors must be able to talk with students and colleagues about the progress of children in their care- Patience and strong decision-making skills- Instructional and Interpersonal skills- Ability to regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear and visually observe students and the environment- Ability to follow and enforce safety policies- Flexibility and adaptability to new situations- Assist in recreation programs- Assist with student check‐in/out- Attend all training meetings- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors- Must be 18 years old or older and be able to pass a background and reference checkWork Hours and Compensation:The position of After School Care Counselor is a seasonal position that is paid once a month, starting salary is $10/hour. The daily hours worked vary but run no longer than 2:30-6:30; a specific work schedule is created upon hire.Application Process:Email or send by mail a cover letter, employment application, resume, references, to employment@woodlandschool.org or by mail at 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.Woodland believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.