Pre-Kindergarten Extended Day Associate

Pre-Kindergarten Extended Day Associate

The Pre-Kindergarten Extended Day Associate will be primarily involved in working with Pre-Kindergarten students most of the day. They will also lead students in activities and games during recess/lunch and after school, prepare for after-school activities/projects, and guide students with healthy food choices. Supervise students while eating during recess/lunch, clean up during recess, and making certain students' play time is safe and inclusive.

Monitor the proper use of recess equipment, help students develop social-emotional awareness, and assist students with conflict resolution. Will maintain effective communication with co-workers, teachers, students, parents, administration, and document incident reports in a clear and concise manner.

Reports To: Director of Extended Day & Summer Programs

Job Type: On-Site, Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $22 - $28 per hour

Benefits:

• Kaiser, UHC Health plans with school contribution up to 90%, dependent coverage up to 25%
• Guardian Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Short/Long Term Disability, covered by school
• Retirement 401K plan with school contribution of 6%
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account for healthcare) with school match up to $1000
• Additional FSA-Dependent Care, Specified Disease, Hospital Confinement, Whole Life available
• Paid Vacation/Personal Days, paid Holidays, paid School Breaks, Sick Leave with rollover hours
• Partial tuition remission is available
• Years of service bonus
• Paid professional development and continuing education

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the classroom with Pre-School students most of the day and assisting with activities and recess.
• Using technology to register students in and out of extended day programming daily
• Develop and implement daily activities focusing on language arts, math, games, and technology where developmentally appropriate
• Provided teaching that motivates students to participate and instill enthusiasm for learning, exploration, and creativity
• Bring to and pick up students from their onsite After School Enrichment courses in a timely manner
• Help with snack time distribution of food
• Assure that all students have a safe experience during extended day programming
• Maintain effective communication with co-workers, students, parents, and administration
• Run an enrichment class in extended or help inside the classroom when assistance is needed throughout the day

Additional Duties:

• Participate in parent-teacher and student conferences
• Attend school chapel, committees, meetings, and other internal school functions
• Participate in and help support, Back to School Nights, Open Houses, Graduation and Admissions Events, as scheduled on weekdays and weekends
• Chaperone student field trips; some overnight
• Engage in ongoing professional development experiences, including out of the area opportunities, throughout the calendar year (including summer) as directed and supported by the administration
• Other related duties assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications:

• 12 units of Early Childhood Education from an accredited College or University required
• 2-3 years of Pre-Kindergarten/Childcare experience preferred and prioritized for consideration
• Proof of immunization of measles, pertussis and influenza
• Eligibility to work in the USA; we are unable to provide sponsorship
• Pass background check through Dept of Social Services, pass health screening and provide TB clearance/ risk assessment.
• Current Bloodborne Pathogens, Childcare Provider Mandated Reporter Certification, Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certifications or able to attain within the first 2 months of employment

Skills and Characteristics:

• Reading, writing, speaking, listening, basic mathematics
• Desires a highly collaborative work environment
• Values innovation and creativity
• Growth mindset
• Conflict resolution
• Good sense of humor
• Passion for interacting with students in and outside of the classroom
• Positive team player, ready to contribute as needed
• Ability to use technology to enhance the classroom experience
• Motivation to use a range of resources that represent diverse cultures, experiences and viewpoints

Equipment / Materials:

• Apple/Mac and iOS environment with laptop and…