Care Provider position:
Explorer West Middle School, a small independent middle school, offers daily after-school care for our 6th-8th grade students, from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. There are frequently other programs operating during the same hours, such as academic enrichment programs, clubs and athletics. The after-school care component includes a combination of time outdoors playing and relaxing and indoors working on homework or projects.
The After School Care Provider is a part-time position from 3:30 to 6:00 pm on all school days. No work is required during school breaks, including Winter Break, Mid-Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Break, as well as any other days in which school is not in session. A typical month includes approximately 40 hours of work.
Responsibilities include:
- monitoring students in the After Care program each day
- supervising students for a combination of outdoor time and indoor/outdoor homework time
- distributing a simple snack and supervising the students as they clean up
- ensuring a safe environment for all students
- providing basic homework assistance
- interacting with parents and caregivers as they collect the students at the end of the day
- tracking and summarizing attendance information
- other duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be at least 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States, and demonstrate:
- a warm and engaging personality, an appreciation for (and delight in working with) 11- through 14-year-olds, cultural competence, and the ability and desire to connect with all members of a diverse community;
- flexibility, and a willingness to learn and try new things;
- effective communication and collaboration skills;
- comfort with enforcing behavior expectations;
- flexibility and enthusiasm; and
- reliable attendance and commitment to quality service.