Extended Day Assistant

Diocese of St. Augustine SAN JUAN DEL RIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL EXTENDED DAY ASSISTANT

FLSA:
Part-Time Non-Exempt

Under the direction of the school principal, the applicant is responsible for the care and instruction of after‑school children. Work hours are Monday‑Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with possible early‑dismissal days throughout each month when staff is needed from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life and govern conduct in strict accordance with Catholic morals, demonstrating complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Develop and help build the school’s faith community by demonstrating willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
• Assist with supervision of parent helpers and ensure compliance with safe‑environment and other school requirements.
• Assist with playground supervision as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with students, helping to organize classroom learning, materials, and field trips to motivate student learning.
• Assist with a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self‑direction and positive self‑image and motivates learning.
• Help maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks, displaying sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Fingerprint clearance and completion of Protecting Children class required (see Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; self‑starter, well‑organized, team player.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing with clean, neat personal appearance.
• High School Graduate or GED.

Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability, and ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment.

Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Junior IC