Playgroup Leader
High Rocks is a leader in transforming the lives of young people and the impact they have on their communities in West Virginia and beyond. High Rocks is an award-winning non-profit with our main offices in Hillsboro, WV.
The High Rocks team is dynamic and inspiring; team members work together to achieve great results, guide the direction of the organization, represent High Rocks in regional partnerships, work together to tell the story of High Rocks to the world, and build relationships with funders and other partners so that we can provide our programs free-of-charge to young people in West Virginia.
High Rocks offers a generous total compensation package, including a flexible workplace policy, competitive salary, contribution toward health insurance and retirement, five weeks of paid vacation, a beautiful, dynamic, family-friendly workplace, and opportunities for professional growth. High Rocks is an equal-opportunity employer.
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions about High Rocks or our openings by emailing sarah@highrocks.org
Playgroup Leader: Do you love children? Want to help create the first High Rocks Summer Playgroup? As the full-time Play Group Leader, you will create unforgettable experiences for children ages 1-10 this summer. For this position, we are looking for an energetic leader to impart creativity and structured activities for High Rocks' youngest adventurers to discover their best summer yet!
Compensation: $15 – $20/hour, 40 hours/week for nine weeks of summer. Breakfast and lunch are included when camp is in session. This position is based in Hillsboro, WV.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate an engaging, creative, fun, organized, and safe space for students in the playgroup (approximate ages 1-10).
- Create a daily schedule of play and learning activities for approximately 3-10 children per day.
- Hold daily reading time.
- Maximize outdoor play and adventure.
- Provide clear structure, rules, and consequences to ensure safety and stability.
- Maintain daily sign-in and sign-out for students in the playgroup.
- Keep a log of daily activities and any issues that emerge.
- A background check is required since we work with vulnerable populations and Workforce WV. Must be able to pass a drug test.
Minimum qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Experience with childcare, early childhood development, and/or structured play is recommended.
Reports to: Program Support Specialist
To apply: Please send a letter of interest or cover letter, résumé, and references to High Rocks, Attn: Sarah Riley: sarah@highrocks.org. All current High Rocks positions are viewable at www.highrocks.org/openings. High Rocks Educational Corporation is an innovative team environment with a strong mission to educate, empower, and inspire young people in West Virginia.