Extended Care Aide

Description

St. Peter's School is seeking an After-School Care Assistant. The After-School Care Assistant provides support in supervising children, facilitating activities, and maintaining a safe, fun, and engaging environment during the after-school program hours. The role is essential in ensuring children are well cared for, engaged in appropriate activities, and supported in completing their homework or other tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision: Actively supervise children during the after-school program, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Activity Facilitation: Assist in organizing and leading recreational and educational activities, including arts and crafts, games, and sports.
• Homework Support: Provide assistance to children in completing their homework or other academic activities as needed.
• Snack Preparation: Help with the preparation and distribution of snacks, ensuring that children with allergies or dietary restrictions are accommodated.
• Behavior Management: Promote positive behavior among children, addressing conflicts or behavioral issues as they arise in a constructive manner.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with parents or guardians regarding their child’s behavior, progress, and any incidents that occur during the program.
• Safety & Cleanliness: Ensure that the program environment is safe, clean, and organized. Assist with clean-up activities at the end of the program.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff members to create a positive and supportive environment for the children.
• Attendance: Monitor and record attendance, ensuring that all children are accounted for during the program hours.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in child development or education is a plus.
• Experience: Previous experience working with children in a school, camp, or childcare setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to engage with children in a positive and supportive manner, basic first aid knowledge is a plus.

Other Requirements: 

• Reliable transportation
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.