Wildcat Extended Day Program Associate; afternoon

Applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday, October 8, 2025 12:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time).

Position:
Wildcat Extended Day Program Associate (afternoon)

Status:
Part-time (15 hours/week). Hourly/Non-exempt

Hourly Rate: $15.50-$17 per hour

Work Schedule:

Weekdays 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM during the school year.

Reports to:

Wildcats Extended Day Program Manager

The Program Associate works directly with K-5 students enrolled in the Wildcat Extended Day Program to provide a safe, nurturing, and well-supervised after school child care program while acting as a positive adult role model and mentor.

• Setting up and organizing the classroom and outdoor spaces as directed by the Program Manager
• Preparing materials and gathering supplies for activities
• Leading and supervising small or large group activities as directed by the Program Manager
• Supervising children on the playground and during free time activities
• Assisting children with homework
• Monitoring student check‑in and check‑out procedures and working with the Program Manager to keep accurate attendance records
• Working collaboratively with other staff, interns, volunteers and contracted program providers as well as school day staff
• Cleaning up and storing equipment and cleaning up the classroom and other spaces used by the program
• Welcoming and interacting with parents
• Writing incident reports and providing first aid (or obtaining emergency help if needed) when a child is injured
• Assisting the Program Manager with on‑site activities

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working with youth in a classroom, after school, child care, or recreation environment
• Must obtain a fingerprint clearance card

• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Patience and ability to juggle the needs of children of diverse ages, backgrounds, and interests