Recess & After School Care Leader

OVERVIEW

Community Roots Foundation is seeking enthusiastic, adaptable individuals with a passion for working with school-age children (K–8th grade) to join our Recess Supervision Program and Community Care Club (Before & After School Program). This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in child development, youth programming, and group supervision. Perfect for those interested in education, child care, or recreational studies.

In this role, you will provide safe and engaging supervision during school snack & lunch recess, while also planning and leading fun, meaningful activities in our after school program. From guiding positive playground play to creating projects, clubs, sports, and enrichment activities, you’ll help students build friendships, develop creativity, and grow in a supportive environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise students during recess, lunch, and after school programming to ensure safety and positive interactions.
• Plan, prepare, and lead age-appropriate projects, clubs, sports, games, and special events based on student interests.
• Reinforce school and program rules while applying consistent discipline and positive behavior strategies.
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, inclusion, and healthy play.
• Assist students in resolving minor conflicts respectfully.
• Report and document observations, incidents, and injuries to the Program Director.
• Inspect and maintain facilities, equipment, and play spaces to ensure safety.
• Participate in cleaning and organization of program areas.
• Maintain accurate student records (attendance, behavior logs, incident reports).
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members.
• Support compliance with Health, Safety, and CA Community Care Licensing requirements.
• Perform related tasks as needed.
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with school-age children.
• 12 college units in Child Development, Education, Recreation, Physical Education, or Human Services preferred (required).
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must pass fingerprint clearance, TB test, pre-employment physical, and provide immunization record of measles and pertussis vaccines.
• Must complete required training upon hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment and Pest Management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Ability to work effectively with children in both structured and unstructured settings.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to manage groups, maintain order, and implement engaging activities.
• Flexible, professional, and positive attitude in a dynamic school environment.
• Knowledge of child safety and child care licensing regulations.
• Willingness to actively participate in both supervision and enrichment activities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to walk and/or stand for extended periods, see and observe students, and hear/speak clearly.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, and sitting on the floor.
• Regularly required to see and observe students, walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, and hear and speak to exchange information.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing at least 25 lbs. and set up/play with recreational equipment.
  
• Work is performed indoors, outdoors, & sometimes in seasonal heat, sun, cold, or rain.
• May accompany students on field trips.
• Noise level is typically moderate to high due to active children.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SCHEDULE WORK YEAR

• Full-Time (40 hours per week) or Part-Time if available for only 1 position
  • Recess Supervision:
    • M/T/Th/F: 9:00am–2:00pm
    • W: 9:00am–11:15am
  • After School Program (CCC):
    • M/T/Th/F: 2:45pm–5:00pm
    • W: 12:00pm–5:00pm
      

School Year: August 2026 - June 2027

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan 
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Induction Program Reimbursement 
• Paid Time Off 
• Credit Union Membership
• Before and after school childcare 

Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.