DescriptionPosition: SAY Club Program AssistantStatus: Part-time, TemporarySupervisor: Christian Education DirectorDepartment Head: Corps OfficersHourly Rate: $16.00 per hour, Non-ExemptMission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.General Statement: Employees will be seen by the public as representing the Army and are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the standard that upholds the mission we exist to accomplish.EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:Associate of Arts Degree or at least 2 years of experience in education or working with children.Demonstrated understanding of primary school education.Demonstrated training for an experience with teaching children.Demonstrated understanding of child development.Experience working with volunteers.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Must be at least 18 years of age.Ability to learn and practice the Army's mission, purpose, and practices.Ability to follow organizational policies and procedures.Good interpersonal skills.Willingness to perform as a team player.Ability to conduct oneself professionally when interacting with parents and children.Demonstrate motivation and the willingness to take initiative as appropriate.Flexibility and adaptability in working with changes in workload and routine.Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check.Must obtain a Washington State Food Handler's Permit.SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:Microsoft Word and Excel experience required.Microsoft PowerPoint experience preferred.Electronic messaging experience required.Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.SCOPE OF POSITION:This position is primary to the daily operation of the Vancouver Corps' After School Program.Assisting with preparation of monthly themes.Integration of assigned themes with the priorities of literacy, homework and character building and recreational activities.Helping with program design - scheduling, planning, and implementing lessons.Maintaining a positive environment for learning and emotional well-being.Ability to keep track of statistics and assist with monthly reports.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure that classrooms are prepared with all necessary materials daily.Monitor and reinforce volunteer scheduling and commitments.Plan early release day activities.Ensure Salvation Army Protecting the Mission (PTM) protocols are practiced and upheld.Lead children in daily activities including homework help, reading, recreation and STEAM.Report weekly statistics to supervisor.Conduct monthly review of all curriculum and material inventory.Prepare snacks as needed.Work on special projects for the SAY Club as they correspond to the season.Perform other duties as assigned.SEASONAL DUTIES:As needed and as requested by the Corps Officers, assist with Angel Tree and Adopt a Family operations.PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.Ability to operate a complex multi-faceted telephone system.Ability to operate a desktop and/or laptop computer.Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.Ability to access and produce information from a computer.Ability to understand oral and written information.Abilit