YMCA OF COASTAL CAROLINA·Aynor, South Carolina
The After School Counselor implements program curriculum under the Director's supervision, designing and leading daily lesson and activity plans for the children. Counselors are responsible for supervising the classroom, engaging fully with all children, assisting with academic needs, and maintaining positive relationships.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and meet state-established educational and experience qualifications, including obtaining CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications within 30 days of hire. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred, along with the ability to plan age-appropriate activities and develop positive relationships with diverse populations.
Market context
Afterschool Counselor roles in South Carolina are typically driven by ongoing demand for safe, supervised childcare before and after school, especially for candidates with experience leading large groups of children. Competition often centers on reliability, comfort with active supervision, and current CPR, First Aid, AED, and child protection training. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which condense the original job description to save you research time.