Nevada City School of the Arts (NCSOTA), a TK-8 charter school in operation since 1994, is seeking a dynamic, culturally aware, stimulating and qualified Afterschool Caregiver to join our team.
JOB TITLE : AFTERSCHOOL CAREGIVER
SCHEDULE : 2025 / 26 School Year - Part-time 25 hrs / wk
WAGE : $16.50-$18.63 per hour, depending on experience
SUMMARY : The After-School Caregiver will assist the Afterschool Care Director with the implementation of a quality program that enriches the students academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The After-School Caregiver will maintain a safe and educational learning environment for young children by successfully overseeing daily program activities. Daily expectations include : leading children in table activities, supervising snack and outdoor play, assisting children with day to day needs, maintaining a clean environment, leading group activities, and teaching the programs that are created by the Afterschool Care Director.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Supports the school's academic program by assisting students where needed and the involvement of families in afterschool care programs and activities
- Provides supervision of students during snack and recess time for the purposes of providing a safe environment for the students.
- Monitors and supervises student behavior within a variety of school environments (e.g., classroom, playground, restrooms, and music / dance room) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of the students.
- Inspects and monitors students outside play environment for the purpose of assuring the safety of students and assisting in the maintenance of outside play equipment.
- Works with the Afterschool Care Director to ensure that the after school program remains consistent with school philosophy
- Works with the Afterschool Care Director to create an atmosphere of high expectations for student behavior and responsibility
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
- Performs conflict resolution using talk it outs, etc.
- Participates in Site Council and staff meetings as needed.
- Abide by all personnel policies and procedures adopted by NCSOTA and the At-Will Agreement
- Adheres to the School Compact in interpersonal relationships with students, families and staff
- Other duties as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment :
Indoor / outdoor work environmentDriving a vehicle to conduct workPhysical Demands (with or without reasonable accommodations) :
Occasional lifting and carrying (maximum 50 lbs.) Infrequent pushing and pullingDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computerSeeing to read a variety of materialsSitting or standing for extended periods of timeHearing and speaking to exchange informationEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE
High school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 2 years working with children, preferably in a school settingConflict resolution training a plusOTHER REQUIREMENTS : These requirements must be met prior to beginning employment and will be requested upon job offer acceptance.
Fingerprint and Background clearanceValid Tuberculosis clearance and every four years thereafterCPR / First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment and every two years thereafterCompletion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafterEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
NCSOTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Supervisor : Instructional Assistant Supervisor / School Director
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Employee Group : Classified
Employment Status : Part-Time, Permanent
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