Extended Day Program Assistant

The Bush School values different perspectives and backgrounds, inspires curiosity, encourages a collaborative work environment, and promotes compassion and kindness in our work together. Our employees are the key to building and sustaining this culture.

Extended Day Program Assistant (Seattle, WA)       

Hourly/Non-Exempt Position

Part-Time (up to 17.5 hours per work week: 2:30pm – 6:00pm) Monday through Friday

Academic Year Calendar (10-month schedule – anticipated start date: October 2024) 

• The role will also be asked to support Extended Day 8:30-4:30 during faculty in-service days and other full-day needs. The dates for these may include: 
• • Oct. 31 – Nov. 1
  • Jan. 6
  • Mar. 19-21
  • Apr. 21

*   This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. 

The Bush School, a K-12 progressive, independent school located in Seattle, WA, is in search of an individual to join our Extended Day Program Team as an Extended Day Program Assistant. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s goals towards building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We believe that a diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are necessary to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and families; we encourage diversity in our applicant pool.

The Extended Day Program Assistant reports to the school’s Extended Day Program Coordinator and works in support of the school’s after school program, serving K-8th grade students, while also supporting colleagues, faculty, staff, and outside vendors.  

• While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below:
• Supervise activities for grades K-5, while sometimes supervising grades 6-8
• Lead after school activities that include, but are not limited to the following: inside art and science activities, outside sports and free play activities, and gym sports and games that may be competitive and non-competitive
• Prepare for student snack service
• Collaborate with the Extended Day Program team regarding student programming, daily preparations, vendor oversight

Experience: 

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Experience supervising school-age children required, with one or more years is preferred
• Training in education, childhood development or related field is preferred

Successful candidates will have:

• A philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values – please review the school’s mission and values on our website (www.bush.edu)
• The ability to be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning 
• An ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including colleagues, faculty, staff, students and families in order to maintain positive and professional relationships
• A commitment to being dependable to the team, arriving on time to the shift, and being flexible and engaged with the daily student programming 
• A commitment to completing work in a timely and thorough manner while being conscientious about assignments and expectations
• A willingness to participate in professional growth/development opportunities 
• Have proficient skills in the use of technology: including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Outlook

Additional Requirements:

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

• Salary Range: $24.00 per hour - $26.00 per hour
• The school offers the following benefits for this position:
  • Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
  • Use of school fitness center   
  • Paid Time Off (sick leave per legal requirements only)
  • Professional Development opportunities

HOW TO APPLY  

Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.

If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position doesn’t fit your talents, please visit our website for additional openings: www.bush.edu.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information.  In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.

Salary : $24 - $26