Campus Aide - Newark (Part Time)

Campus Aide - Newark (Part Time) Newark, NJ, USA Full-time Start Date: Immediate opening Department: Operations (School-Based) Company Description KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org. Job Description Here’s what you need to know: We need you to help our students get to and through college! As a campus aide, you will help to support both our instructional and non-instructional teammates by offering a helping hand at key points during school hours. A bit more about you … You’re really flexible. You are super reliable. You can manage a lot of tasks that cover a variety of areas. Additionally, you have a passion for working in a school setting. Here’s what you’ll be doing: Supporting Main Office operations, helping with daily tasks such as completing copy requests for teachers or restocking the teacher workroom with supplies Providing support during lunch and recess Supporting teachers in their classroom with projects and other events Assisting the School Operations Manager with special projects, as needed Providing front desk support, including answering door buzzers and phone calls, directing visitors/calls to the appropriate person, and providing support to families and students Supporting the School Operations Manager with student enrollment and registration Qualifications Must Haves (ie: what you need to rock at this role): A deep belief in the mission of KIPP New Jersey and a desire to be a part of the team A team player who is friendly and wants to have fun every day Love for kids and a desire to build strong relationships with them and their families Open to feedback and flexible in new and changing situations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly Be able to work in a fast-paced environment Nice to Haves Fluent in both English and Spanish Experience working in a school setting Connection to the Newark community Additional Information This is a part time role and the compensation is $18.00 an hour KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer