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Ann Arbor, MI
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12 hours per week Tuesdays through Thursdays, 2:00-5:00 PM Join Our Team! Clonlara School is looking for a caring, energetic Afterschool Care Provider to join our Ann Arbor Campus team. This part-time role is perfect for someone who loves working with children and believes in the power of play, creativity, and connection. As part of our close-knit campus staff, you'll help create a safe and engaging space where students can unwind, explore enrichment activities, and build community after the school day ends. Whether it's leading a craft, organizing a game, or simply being a supportive presence, you'll play a key role in making afternoons joyful and meaningful. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Supervising and facilitating open play and enrichment activities for students after school.
Building meaningful, caring relationships with students.
Fostering self-esteem, motivation, and a sense of responsibility in students.
Ensuring students are in the correct place at the correct time.
Supporting enrichment courses and campus events as needed.
Assisting with emergency procedures and facility operations.
Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment.
BACKGROUND AND SKILLS
Experience working with students as a classroom assistant/aide, paraprofessional, camp counselor or in a teaching role.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the following attributes and abilities:
Ability to supervise groups of children.
Interest in progressive education movements (e.g., "free," alternative, and democratic schools) and educational philosophies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf.
Positive attitude toward working with students and families.
Strong cross-cultural understanding, the ability to communicate with diverse populations, and a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to individual circumstances, preferences, and choices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Basic understanding of Office 365 tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Receptiveness to coaching and the ability to accept/follow guidance from others.
HOW TO APPLY
Attach a cover letter (required) to the first page of your resume in PDF or MS Word format.
Please be sure to:
Use your cover letter to address how your prior experience aligns with the requirements for this position. Share any relevant samples of your work, if available
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$17.00 per hour Application Question(s): Describe your experience working with children. Why do you want to work at Clonlara School? What is your work availability and how soon can you start? Ability to