What are the responsibilities and job description for the After-School Childcare Staff Member position at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School?
After-School Care Staff Member
Holy Innocents Episcopal School (HIES) is seeking an After-School Care Staff Member in the Auxiliary Program. This is a part-time, academic year (August-May) position. Applicants must be available to work Monday Friday from 2:00 pm 6:00 pm and provide their own transportation.
The Bears After-School Experience (BASE) program provides after-school care for HIES students from grades 1-5. HIES is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic team member who enjoys working with school-aged children in a nurturing educational setting.
Skills and Abilities
The successful candidate will have the following skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of basic first aid and safety protocols
- Ability to use positive discipline principles while maintaining a safe and fun environment
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills while working with students, parents and co-workers.
- Punctuality and dependability, as well as a positive and professional appearance at all times
- Ability to engage young children in creative and imaginative play
Typical Duties
- Assist students with after-school homework and/or enrichment projects (arts, crafts, reading, etc.)
- Plan and organize age-appropriate games and other playground activities
- Cleaning and organizing snack stations, playground equipment and other enrichment activity locations
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Auxiliary Programs
Educational and Other Requirements
- High School degree or equivalent required. Experience in childcare or other after-school care setting preferred.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background screening, drug testing and safety training required.
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Holy Innocents' Episcopal School complies with applicable state and local laws governing, non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the school has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
