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Caroline After School Program Inc.

After School Program Aide

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$37,041 / year median in New York

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma and two years of experience with children. Positivity, patience, and strong communication skills are a must. Need to be mature, energetic, and enjoy working with children. Must be in good physical and mental health with the energy and emotional stability to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. The position is Monday through Friday daily from 1:45 -5:45 PM.
Responsibilities include:
Daily set up/clean up, facilitate activities, and other tasks while sharing community space with the school. Provide a safe and friendly environment. Serve as a positive role model and mentor. Lead group activities including crafts, STEM, social skills, gym games, homework, clubs, and outside time. Maintain a 1:10 ratio for 75 children in grades K-5 with a team of 9-11 adults. Supervising children with a concern for their safety and well-being. Consistently follow and enforce CASP and NYSOCFS rules, policies & regulations. Mediate and resolve disputes/conflicts between children. Complete multiple things at the same time, being aware of surroundings in a fast-paced environment. Daily program cleaning (sweeping, lift/move tables and baskets, moping, wiping down tables, etc.) Other duties assigned. Communication /
Networking:
Communicate openly and professionally. Communicate any incidents/accidents concerning children.
Teamwork:
Be on time for scheduled work hours. Be reliable and dependable, requesting time off in advance. Follow daily staff rotation and work collaboratively with co-workers. Contribute to a positive work environment between co-workers. Contribute programmatic ideas for special events and activities.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.25 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off
Work Location:
In person