Before & After School Caregiver

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CAREGIVER

Community Education Department via EduStaff

JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide quality care and enriching learning experience to the children enrolled in the program.

Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated; have a deep desire to grow professionally; believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive and who is reflective of the highest level of cultural competence. SAS strives to employ individuals who possess a strong work-ethic; are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand that equity, inclusion and social justice are essential to the success of a school community in the 21st Century.

QUALIFICATIONS

Miscellaneous

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Effective and respectful verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Childcare experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Coordinate the planning and implementation of a variety of daily activities to help children develop physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.
• Comply with local, state and federal laws as well as district policy and regulations related to programs.
• Keep the facilities clean and organized.
• Answer the phone.
• Interact with parents as they pick-up and drop-off children daily.
• Participate in the program and department problem-solving and/or decision-making process.
• Serve as a “goodwill” ambassador to the public for the program, the Community Education Department and the Saline Area Schools.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Remain abreast of current trends, knowledge and attitudes affecting child care and Before and After School Care programs.
• Engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Pool days which involve swimming with students (not serving as a lifeguard) are expected.
• Perform other tasks and duties related to the program as assigned or appropriate.
• Demonstrate exemplary attendance and punctuality.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS
Work in standard office and school building environments requiring mobility, visual and auditory acuity, communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, problem-solving skills, adaptability, technology proficiency, physical stamina and environmental awareness.

TRAVEL

• Occasional attendance of off-site professional development events.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Flexible: school days 6:30-8:45 and 3:00-6:00.

FLSA STATUS 

Non-Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 12 month employee

PAY RATE

$16.81 per hour starting pay

APPLICATION METHOD
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application and upload all necessary documents on the TalentEd Website (please visit our HR web page at: https://saline.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx# to access the SAS Job Openings). All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a current resume via email to Lee Saborío, saboriol@salineschools.org. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until filled.

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

If you have any accessibility concerns regarding the completion of this application, please contact Alli Littlejohn, HR Coordinator, littleja@salineschools.org to set up an appointment for additional support.

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