After School Counselor – Club J at the MJCCA
Marcus Jewish Community Center Of Atl
After School Counselor – Club J at the MJCCA
Marcus Jewish Community Center Of Atl
Posted 3 months ago
Internship
Atlanta, Georgia
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Responsibilities
Supervise and engage with children in Pre-K through 5th grade, providing academic support and leading various enrichment activities. Maintain a safe, structured environment while supporting the physical and emotional well-being of the students.
Qualifications
You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and lead groups of children effectively. You are creative, flexible, proactive, dependable, and team-oriented, and can work both independently and collaboratively. Experience working with children ages 5-12 and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred.
Job Description
Job Type: Part-Time Afternoon
Location: Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)
Program Dates: August 3, 2026 - May 27, 2027
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Starting Pay: From $15.00/hourAbout Club JClub J is the MJCCA’s dynamic after-school program serving more than 220 children annually in Pre-K through 5th grade. We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and creative individuals to join our team as After School Counselors.This is an excellent opportunity for high school seniors participating in Work-Based Learning (WBL) or dual enrollment programs, as well as college students or aspiring educators interested in gaining hands-on experience in child development, education, recreation, or youth programming.Our counselors help create a fun, safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive after school.Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and actively engage with children in assigned groups
- Assist students with daily homework and academic support
- Lead and participate in activities such as arts & crafts, sports, STEM projects, dance, and team-building games
- Support the physical, emotional, and social well-being of all children
- Maintain a safe, organized, and structured environment at all times
- Assist with transitions between activities and adapt to schedule changes as needed
- Follow Club J curriculum, policies, and MJCCA procedures
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and lead groups of children effectively
- Creative, flexible, proactive, and team-oriented
- Dependable and punctual
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience working with children ages 5–12 preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred (not required)
- Ability to move comfortably between standing, sitting, crouching, and floor activities
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Fun and energetic work environment
- Valuable experience for future teachers, social workers, counselors, and youth professionals
- Flexible schedule that works well with school and college classes
- Eligible to fulfill Work-Based Learning (WBL) and dual enrollment internship requirements
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in children’s lives every day
- Standard 4-hour shifts
- Opportunity for 4.5-hour shifts for Bus Counselors
- Program follows the DeKalb County School Calendar
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