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School Age Teacher Little Building Blocks Gardner, KS Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Classroom active supervision Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Child safety supervision Instructional adaptability

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Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. School Age Program Prepare and supervise the morning school-age program. Serve breakfast while following all food safety and sanitation procedures. Ensure children are signed in, supervised, and prepared for the school day. Safely escort children to and from the appropriate school buses. Maintain accurate attendance records and bus rosters. Welcome children back from school and safely receive them from the buses. Serve afternoon snack in accordance with CACFP guidelines and center procedures. Provide a positive, structured, and engaging after-school environment. Maintain active supervision of children at all times. Curriculum and Activities Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for school-age children. Collaborate with the closing School Age Teacher to develop lesson plans and activities for: School holidays Professional development days Weather-related school closures Summer programming Prepare materials and maintain an organized learning environment. Encourage creativity, independence, social development, and problem-solving through hands-on activities. Center Support After the morning school-age program concludes, provide classroom coverage and support throughout the center as assigned. Assist with breaks, classroom ratios, cleaning, organization, and other operational needs. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting classrooms with children of varying ages when needed. Complete additional duties assigned by administration to ensure smooth daily operations. Health, Safety, and Supervision Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment. Follow all KDHE licensing regulations and Little Building Blocks policies. Report accidents, injuries, illnesses, and safety concerns immediately. Practice active supervision at all times. Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff. Family Communication Build positive relationships with families. Greet families warmly during drop-off and pick-up. Communicate important information regarding children's day as needed. Direct concerns or significant issues to administration following center procedures. Professionalism Demonstrate professionalism in appearance, communication, and conduct. Work cooperatively with fellow staff members and administration. Accept feedback with a positive attitude and demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow. Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development. Uphold the mission, values, and philosophy of Little Building Blocks. Qualifications Meet all KDHE requirements for employment in a licensed childcare center. High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working with school-age children preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to supervise multiple children while maintaining a positive learning environment. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing daily needs. Physical Requirements Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. Ability to safely escort children to and from buses. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Performance Expectations Create a welcoming, engaging environment for children before and after school. Ensure children are safely transported to and from school buses. Maintain accurate attendance and accountability of all children. Work collaboratively with fellow School Age Teachers to provide quality programming during school breaks. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting the needs of the entire center. Maintain professionalism and positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers. Uphold all Little Building Blocks policies, licensing regulations, and safety standards.

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Primary Duties and Responsibilities The School Age Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for school-age children before and after school, as well as during school breaks and days when the school district is closed. This position supports the daily transportation routine, implements age-appropriate activities, and assists throughout the center as needed during school hours. The School Age Teacher serves as a positive role model while supporting the mission, values, and philosophy of Little Building Blocks Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about helping children thrive, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and grow with us!