Children's Program Aide - Bilingual in Spanish at Buckner International

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual, Spanish, Child Supervision, Character Development, Homework Assistance, Arts and Crafts, Recreation Activities, Transportation, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Communication, Teamwork, Cultural Sensitivity, Flexibility, Nurturing, Positive Attitude

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Buckner Children and Family Services Community: Family Hope Center Program Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite Address: 3300 Lombardy Job Schedule: Part-Time We are seeking a Children's Program Aide to join our Family Hope Center Program. As a Children's Program Aide, you will Shine Hope by being responsible for assisting in the daily operations of all children programs including summer programs, after-school programs, field trips, tutoring programs and Saturday activities. You will be a positive role model through your interactions in providing guidance, supervision, nurturing, assisting with program activities and creating an environment of consistent structure. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! What you'll do: Provide an environment that is growth producing and which stimulates self-confidence and trust and a respect of people. Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of the children under supervision. Ensure that the environment is age appropriate, culturally sensitive and allows for children’s personal expression. Participate with youth in character development/enhancement activities and service learning projects. Maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with the children, parents, guests and coworkers. Report to supervisor any special needs or problems of individual children. Support the program in place for the children in care and have a regularly scheduled daily plan, which includes elements of recreation, responsibility and spirituality. Maintain an awareness of the needs of children with an openness and flexibility for creative program changes when necessary. Implement program changes as directed. Assist youth with homework, arts, and crafts projects and implement recreation activities. Provide safe transportation for children in van or other Buckner vehicle as required. Attend and participate in meeting and in-service training, including CPR and First Aid training. What you’ll bring: High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required. Requires ability to read, write, and speak Spanish professionally. Requires current CPR and First Aid certifications; must attend CPR, First Aid and restraint training as required. Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner. Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people. Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. About Buckner Children and Family Services: Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

Responsibilities

Assist in the daily operations of children's programs, including summer and after-school activities. Provide guidance, supervision, and create a nurturing environment for children's growth.