Homework Cafe Support Staff

Description

Title:    After School Support/Homework Cafe Support Staff

Reports To:  Homework Cafe Manager

Classification: Non-exempt/ Part Time

Status:    Regular Academic-Year Staff (2026-27)

Schedule:  Academic School Year 8/13/26 through 6/10/27. Monday through Friday, up to 20 hours per week. Scheduled shifts will vary between the hours of 1:30pm - 6:00pm throughout the week, and will be dependent on school needs. 

MCDS is an independent, K-8, co-educational school of 600 students. Our mission is to create an inclusive community of learning that inspires curiosity, empathy, and action. Rooted in our values of respect, responsibility, and compassion, we are an intentional community where varied perspectives and life experiences are vital to our collective growth and the strength of our program. 

Our Academic & Community Programming: We model teaching excellence through student-centered, differentiated instruction framed around experiential and place-based education. Our 35-acre campus on the hillside of Ring Mountain serves as a living laboratory where students engage directly with environmental sustainability. Our academic program is purposefully scaffolded around three key skill areas—literacy, mathematics, and writing—partnered closely with the developmental milestones and social-emotional needs of our learners. 

A Culture of Professional Learning: MCDS is devoted to cultivating an inspiring professional learning environment where adults are engaged in growth throughout the trajectory of their time here. We provide robust funding and time for professional development, encouraging practitioners to seek constant improvement as educators, team members, and community leaders.

The Opportunity:

Marin Country Day School’s Homework Cafe (HWC) is an after school program available to students in grades 5-8. Homework Cafe provides a safe, welcoming space where students can complete homework, spend time with friends, and unwind after the school day.  While signed into HWC, students also have options to attend school sports games, play games inside or outside, and participate in special enrichment classes and projects. The program is led by the Homework Cafe Manager and supported by other qualified instructors. We are hiring a Homework Cafe instructor for our 2026-27 school year.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create a warm, welcoming environment that supports both focused homework time and positive social interaction 
• Supervise students across all program areas including outside play and attendance at MCDS sports games and communicating regularly with after school staff using radios
• Helping students sign-in and out of HWC
• Assisting with HWC front desk including answering phone, greeting and assisting adults picking up students, and monitoring student use of desk phone
• Prepare and serve snack to students in accordance to school guidelines
• Engaging students with games, art and craft projects, etc.
• Assisting in the supervision and adherence to the MCDS Responsible Use Policy for technology and the Upper School handbook 
• Provide homework support by helping students stay organized, understand assignments, and complete their work 
• Assist with late carpool duties, ensuring safe and orderly student dismissal
• Stay attentive and responsive to the needs of students and collaborate effectively with Homework Cafe team members including around conflict resolution
• Participate in HWC staff meetings and trainings.
• Support additional program responsibilities as needed, including participation in Fall and Spring conference days (10/28/26 and 3/17/27)

Requirements

• Enthusiastic and energetic  
• Communicative 
• Inclusive
• Reliable  
• Leadership skills 
• Conflict resolution skills   
• Adaptable 
• Strong emotional intelligence
• Team player  
• Multitasking   
• Familiar with child development stages and needs
• A.A. or B.A. degree with a background in Education or Child Development is preferred but not required  

Compensation and Benefits:

• This is a part-time role, with a pay range of $25 - $31 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• This role is not benefits-eligible, but is eligible for paid sick leave in accordance with California law.
• In deciding whether to apply for a position at Marin Country Day School, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with the School’s. 
• The School does not provide employment visa sponsorship. All employees must be authorized to work in the United States as a condition of employment. 

Marin Country Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, or sex. We welcome applications from people of color and those with experience outside the education field. Please note: MCDS does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment--