THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL
POSITION PROFILE
POSITION TITLE: Extended Day Program Assistant
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt (10.5-month position) August 21, 2024 - May 30, 2024
REPORTS TO: Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY
Applicants for the Extended Day Program Assistant position should present experience and skills with outdoor, playground, recreational and after school activities for children from age 3 - 14. This position is part-time (2:30-5:15 pm), after school, 12-15 hours per week.
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to The Riviera Ridge School mission, vision and core values
Must be at least 18 years of age
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Education or similar field preferred
Experience working in summer camps or afterschool programs preferred
Training and experience in early childhood, outdoor or physical education, recommended
Able to communicate well with students, teachers and families
Proven success at working collaboratively
Collaborative, personable and thoughtful ability to interact with students, families, faculty and staff
Positive, energetic, and friendly
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Promote student engagement by planning and organizing a variety of structured or free play activities including team building, arts and crafts, sports, and read aloud for multi-age children
Help students with homework when necessary
Maintain a healthy environment for students by monitoring and managing student behavior
Help children with positive social interactions and assist them in resolving conflicts
Help supervise and track children checking in and out of the Extended Day Program
Provide snacks and monitor snack supplies
Model appropriate behavior in speech and actions
Keep in close contact with the Associate Head of School, Division Coordinators, and Auxiliary Coordinator
Attend professional development days, faculty and level meetings as needed
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work in school environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
Occasionally bend, stoop, and squat
Be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
Have a current TB Assessment
Must provide a clear fingerprint test and background check
Have CPR and First Aid certifications or can become certified upon employment.
Willing to work some evenings and weekends for school-related events or projects as needed.
The above description covers the most significant duties performed,
but does not exclude assignments not mentioned.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@rivieraridge.org.