Afterschool Group Leader Summary: The Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) is looking for an enthusiastic, patient, and understanding individual to work in a fast-paced, fun, and educational childcare environment. The ideal candidate should possess a caring attitude, positive energy, and readiness to interact with both children and adults to help keep museum spaces well maintained.
This is a part-time position, with hours from 2:15 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, most weekdays after school, in alignment with the Jackson Public Schools calendar. Additional hours will be available during school breaks as desired.
Principal Accountabilities
- Supervises and ensures the safety of a group of children while adhering to museum policies and practices regarding children and staff. Leads children in daily activities such as STEAM projects, social-emotional learning, physical education games, and both structured and unstructured free play.
- Supports children in managing emotions and helps during emotional challenges and constructive peer interactions. Follows the daily schedule efficiently and proactively adapts to changes based on the group’s overall needs.
- Collaborates with other adults to effectively manage children. Communicates professionally and courteously with museum staff, afterschool children, and guests.
- Assists with daily setup to prepare for children’s arrival and meet group needs. Maintains the cleanliness of museum spaces and playgrounds, including resetting and spraying museum galleries.
- Follows all MCM policies and procedures. Works closely and collaboratively with the Learning Experiences Department team to support the museum’s mission, vision, and strategic goals and create valuable experiences.
Qualifications and Skills
- Experience working with children in settings such as daycares, schools, afterschool programs, sports, or other child engagement environments. Demonstrates integrity, patience, adaptability, a sense of humor, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to serving children ages 3 to 10 years old.
- Enjoys leading activities and facilitating play in a fast-paced, non-traditional environment. First Aid, CPR, or lifeguarding training is preferred.
Work Schedule
Available for training on July 23, July 24, July 27, and July 28. Monday through Friday, 2:15 PM to 5:30 PM most weeks, following the Jackson Public School District calendar beginning Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The JPS school calendar may dictate specific day changes.
Scheduled shifts for day camps during school holidays. Additional hours may be available for other programs and departments.
Pay: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you available Monday-Friday afternoons?
Ability to Commute:
- Jackson, MS 39202 (Required)
Work Location: In person
