Latchkey Sr. Group Leader-Summer

Overview

The Latchkey Sr. Group Leader-Summer position manages daily operations and programming of a classroom that are operated during the summer camp program. The tasks include maintaining minimum standards set forth by THHSC childcare division. This position implements educational/recreational programs to ensure participants have a variety of learning resources, to provide a safe environment, and coordinate special events. The Sr maintains standards of professionalism for the external/internal customers. This position must be prepared to deal effectively with emergency and stressful situations at any time.

Responsibilities

• Suggests to the staff to improve the overall quality of site, supervises children 5- 13 years of age

• Addresses any concerns/needs expressed by the children

• Redirects children to limit any possible disciplinary issues

• Ensures site follows minimum standards

• Uses proactive risk management to ensure patron safety, responds to incidents or emergencies and provides aid and accountable care

• Signs in kids upon arrival and are signed out by authorized individuals

• Communicates with Area Manager, field staff, custodial staff, kitchen staff, and school administration

• Talks with parents about special events, field trips, any upcoming holiday, and any positive behavior or concerns

• Communicate with participants about expectations.

• Follows the lesson plans and organizes indoor and outdoor activities

• Plans and execute daily/weekly/monthly special events for site, work with local agencies for guest speakers

• Helps plan special events and set up at least 5 activity centers daily which are age appropriate

• Prepares and assists with daily reports such as incident reports, discipline referrals, Texas Workforce attendance, request supplies, and turn in roll sheets at the end of the week

• Conducts monthly fire and severe weather drills, playground checks, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers check monthly

• Maintains training hours

• Conducts site evaluation to assess needs

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Part-Time - Temp - 7 hours per week

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Class C Driver's License

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• CPR/First Aid Certified

• Must be at least the age of 18 or older

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Site Director Certification

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• FBI Background Check: Yes

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: March 26, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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