Position Type:
Community Education/Activity Assistant
Date Posted:
3/11/2026
Location:
Valley View Middle School
Galaxy is our summer program for students entering grade 7 & 8
Position: Galaxy Activities Assistant
Effective Date: June 22, 2026
Schedule / Hours:
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7.5 hours per day
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8:45 AM – 4:15 PM
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4 days per week
Pay: Class II: $17.26 – $22.50 per hour
Benefits: Due to the length of the assignment it is not eligible for benefits
Position Summary:
The Galaxy Activities Assistant works directly with students and supports the daily implementation of games, group activities, transitions, and overall program engagement. This role helps create a safe, active, and welcoming environment for participants by supporting the Site Lead and Activity Lead with daily programming, student supervision, and program logistics.
Required Experience / Qualifications:
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18 years of age or older
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Previous experience working with school-age or middle school youth
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Ability to actively engage and supervise students in a positive and supportive manner
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Ability to work collaboratively with program staff and follow direction from site leadership
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for youth
Preferred Experience:
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Experience working with youth from diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
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Experience supporting youth with developmental, physical, behavioral, or social-emotional needs
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Experience leading or assisting with age-appropriate activities such as games, sports, team-building, arts, recreation, or enrichment activities
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Multilingual skills, including Spanish, Somali, Pashto, or Dari, preferred
Responsibilities:
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Support and engage students during daily Galaxy activities, games, and group programming
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Assist with supervision during activities, transitions, meals, and other program times
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Help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants
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Support the Activity Lead with preparing, leading, and cleaning up activities
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Reinforce program expectations and support positive student behavior
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Assist with setting up materials, supplies, and activity spaces for daily programming
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Build positive relationships with students and serve as a supportive role model
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Communicate student needs or concerns to the Site Lead and Activity Lead
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Support attendance, transitions, and other daily program routines as assigned
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Assist with special events, enrichment opportunities, and field trip days as needed
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Complete other duties as assigned by Bloomington Community Education leadership
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ASAP. Applications will be reviewed after five business days and remain open until filled.
