St. Joan of Arc School in Harford County, Maryland is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic part-time Extended Care Aide to support the school's Extended Care Program. The Extended Care Aide will assist the teacher in implementing social, recreational, and educational activities for school-aged children in a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and is committed to fostering their independence, creativity, and overall development. The Extended Care Aide works closely with the Extended Care Teacher to create a positive and engaging environment for students before and/or after the regular school day. The successful candidate will help supervise children, support learning activities, and ensure a safe and welcoming atmosphere.

Essential Functions:

Supervise children at all times and ensure a safe environment is consistently maintained (adheres to all COMAR regulations and archdiocesan policies). Follow Teacher's direction during lesson plans and activities to help children grow intellectually, emotionally and spiritually Implement daily routines for children to develop good social skills and behaviors. Provide care to children, e.g. assist with hygiene, potty training, first aid, etc. Assist Teacher with set up of materials and supplies for activities (outdoor play, art, stories, games, etc.) to enhance children's skills and abilities. Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as sanitizing tables and toys, sweeping floor, removing items from the carpet, etc. Engage children in play and interact in a nurturing manner Assist the Teacher in meeting their physical and emotional needs Promote interacting in a cooperative manner and treating themselves and others with kindness and respect Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must be 16 years of age or older Must have excellent communication and organizational skills Previous childcare experience is preferred Must have the ability to interact with children in a calm, patient and caring manner Required training in Basic Health and Safety, etc. can be provided if needed (will need to maintain 6 hours of training annually) Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, walk, bend and reach as needed to interact and play with children; must be able to lift children as needed (e.g. if a child falls and needs assistance)

Pay Rate:

$15.60,

Hourly Benefits:

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan. Skills Preferred Child Social Development Patience Educational Activities for Children Foster Creative Learning Follow Lesson Plan Direction Childhood Behavorial Development First Aid for Children Sanitize Play Areas Basic Health and Safety for Children Toddler Development Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.