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Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Children International
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Group Leaders will help create a fun, engaging, but structured and safe environment during the Art in Action Summer Camp! The Group Leader will lead a group of 15-20 participating elementary or middle school students throughout the camp’s daily proceedings including teambuilding time, meal-time, recess, transition, and field trips. The Group Leader will support the art instructors (Theater/Acting, Music, Dance, etc.) during the art sessions and be responsible for facilitating group self-calming/team time activities to encourage emotional well-being & life skills (activities will be learned in training).
Group Leaders must be available Monday-Thursday between 8:00am-5:00pm. All Group Leaders will work 8 hours with a 1 hour unpaid lunch.
In addition, the Group Leader must be available for the entirety of the camp as well as to attend a mandatory 20-24 hour pre-Camp training in the week of June 3 - June 6, 2024. Group Leaders are required to support camp wrap-up as well on July 22 - 23, 2024.
The Group Leader will report to the CI Program Coordinator. This is a temporary grant-funded hourly position effective June 3 - July 23, 2024, and will not be eligible for benefits. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- High School diploma plus previous work or volunteer experience working with children or youth in a group setting.
Job Duties and/or Responsibilities:
- Lead up to 15-20 elementary and/or middle school students per assigned group through daily camp proceedings;
- Facilitate team building and self-calming activities;
- Manage meal-time, recess, transition, as well as field trips;
- Support instructors during skill sessions in Theater, Music, Scripts, Poetry and etc;
- Will be trained in camp processes, classroom management, CI behavior protocol, emotional well-being, and student engagement;
- Assist with program administrative duties such as collecting attendance and check-in/out process;
- Support special program activities such as parent events and end-of-camp showcases, among others;
- Act as a role model and mentor to children;
- Supervise children in large and small groups and individually;
- Be actively engaged with students at all times;
- Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- At least 18 years of age and able to have own reliable transportation to program site;
- Energetic and passionate about being a role model for all children and youth;
- Ability to facilitate and supervise middle and elementary students;
- Strong communication and teamwork skills;
- Be accountable for the safety of the youth and children under supervision;
- Spanish is helpful;
- Must be available for the scheduled shift;
- Must be able to pass background checks.
Additional Information:
Please upload all required documents in the "Attachment" section, if you want to be considered for this position. You must submit all documents before you hit the submit application button.
Salary Information:
$12-14/hour
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Faith McMath, Senior Program Manager, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion
Benefits Eligible:
No