Extensions & Extended Day Floater; Ages 0-9 & 9-14

• Full-time
• Compensation: from USD 45,000 - yearly

We are an independent, Montessori school in Chicago serving 560+ students and their families, starting at a parent-infant class and up to8th grade. We are a community of shared values working to fulfill a meaningful mission.

NNM faculty, staff and parents strive for an equitable and inclusive school culture through intentional, reflective practice. We work together to challenge all students to think for themselves, pursue their ideas and become real learners for the real world.

The Near North Montessori (NNM) Extensions & Extended Day Floater is a role that assists the Programs department in the facilitation of extended day and any related programs that occur either during or beyond the typical school day. This role is also part of the staff childcare team, providing hands-on child care services to children of NNM staff during on-campus events, including, but not limited to: set-up and clean-up weeks;

parent education events; and conference days.

Assist in the daily operations of extended day programs as assigned

Help ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of children

Assist in cleaning and maintenance of extended day locations within and outside the building, ensuring a safe and healthy environment

Assist with implementation, preparation, and clean-up of daily activities

Assist in preparation and restoration of extended day spaces and environments

Provide coverage for absences in extended day program, both general extended day and specialty activities

Maintain a close working relationship with the Programs Director and Programs Coordinator: attend all meetings as assigned, regularly discuss the needs of the children, evaluate mutual expectations, and review work being done

Work closely with other extended day staff, as well as faculty and staff at NNM as needed

Be flexible, open, and responsive to changes in assignments, being available for on-call shifts as extended day assignments are added based upon the changing needs of the Programs department

Perform all duties as assigned by the Programs department, and other staff as needed

Reports to the STEAM/EXTENSIONS Coordinator

Serve as a sub/float in classrooms and programs across the school as needed (with priority being given to extensions and Spanish)

Help supervise students as needed at lunch, recess, and other designated times

When not working as a sub in a classroom, support teaching staff with other tasks such as organizing and prepping materials, making copies, etc.

Communicate regularly with classroom teachers about students

Note:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School or equivalent diploma, some college coursework preferred

Previous experience working with children in various ages, 0-14, required

Previous office work within the education or non-profit field is a plus

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred, but not required)

Ability to work in both independent and group settings

Ability to communicate with children and adults

Ability to sit, walk, stand and engage with others for up to 8 consecutive hours

Ability to consistently deliver a high level of professionalism among staff, administration, parents and other school constituents

Communicate with diverse groups of people

Navigate unfamiliar and fast-paced environment

Ability to take initiative and maintain a task-oriented mindset

Ability to provide high level of support and assistance with the ability to juggle multiple tasks with changing priorities

Working collaboratively with others in an office and school setting

Understands and acts in accordance with NNM mission and values

Ability to be a team-player working effectively with all students, families, staff, supervisors, and others

Prioritize and work to ensure student safety throughout the school, both individually and as part of the greater community

The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative of those an employee…