What are the responsibilities and job description for the After-School Child Care Aide position at St. Paul the Apostle School?
Job Description:
St. Paul the Apostle is seeking several Child Care Assistants to support our After School Care program for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for college students who enjoy working with children and are looking for part-time, meaningful work.
Position Details
Hours: 3:00PM – 5:30PM, Monday-Friday
Flexible Schedules Available: 2-3 day/week options
Student Ages: toddler through elementary school
Program with students begins August 24th, 2026 (start date can be flexible with college start dates)
Program with students ends June 8th, 2027.
Key Responsibilities:
Engage with children in a warm, respectful, and positive manner
Monitor and ensure the safety of all children
Assist older students with homework
Facilitate age-appropriate activities in art, science, literacy, math, and gross motor play
Preferred Qualifications:
Valid drivers license
Enjoys and is comfortable working with children
Dependable and punctual
Energetic, creative, and team oriented
Required Certifications/Trainings (can be completed after hiring; employer will coordinate and cover training costs):
CPR and First Aid Certified
Blood Borne Pathogens training
Virtus – Protecting God’s Children Training
Child Care Licensing Health & Safety Training
Please send electronic letters of interest and resumes, along with an employment application (https://dioceseofgrandrapids.na2.echosign.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhBk0q-RBzOxz24dAjpVHUKvmWJEi3SV9H1Wbyix6dBLgWMdu7wHDciMd3112kZhiGE*) to:
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School
Sarah Kleinschmit
Early Childhood and After School Care Director
skleinschmit@spagr.org