Aftercare Staff

Washington, IL$15 - $15 / hourPosted 8 months ago

Support Staff/onsiteentry

Job Description

After Care Staff

Purpose and Scope

Responsible for the supervision of 15-20 students in an aftercare setting from 3:00pm-5:30 on school days. Provide a well-organized, smoothly functional environment in which students can take full advantage of the aftercare program and available resource materials.

Essential Job Functions

Supervising and care of students in aftercare
Establishing care-giving routines
Maintaining a clean and safe physical environment
Assisting in arrangement, maintenance, cleanliness and security of the aftercare room (including toys and equipment)
Supervising children during snacks:
Establishing good rapport with children
Utilizing respectful individual and responsive care-giving practices with students
Helping children to establish good habits of toileting and personal hygiene
Assisting with the implementation of health, emergency procedures and first aid
Immediately report witnessed accidents to administration: Prepares a written report stating date, time, nature of accident and action taken
Communicating appropriately with parents and staff and refers all parent questions and concerns pertaining to students to administration
Managing confidential information about students, staff, and school affairs in a professional and ethical manner
Establishing and maintains cooperative, supportive and effective relationships with all school and parish personnel
Must be punctual and on time for work
Performs other related duties as assigned and demonstrates ability to be flexible and carries out duties

Knowledge and Skills to Perform Essential Job Functions

Assists with indoor and outdoor recreational activities
Effectively communicates with students, parents and staff
Effectively supervises and cares for students in their play and routines
Meets the physical requirements necessary to perform the assigned duties safely and effectively

Minimum Qualifications