AM BASE Associate, Middle School BASE

The Harker School is currently searching for a morning Associate to join our Middle School Enrichment and Supervision Team for the 2025-2026 school year.

Position Summary: This is a part-time position for the 2025-2026 academic school year. Hours of work will be dependent upon school and department needs, but will generally be 7:00 am to 12:30 pm.. The exact work schedule will be determined between the Directors and the AM BASE Associate.

Expected hourly range: $24.00 - 25.00/hour

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Must have current certification in both first aid and CPR. If not, the employee will attend class(es) provided by Harker.
• Must have prior experience working with children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Run study hall classes when needed
  • Work with the Counseling department to ensure student success
  • Check in with students one on one
  • Develop a study plan of action for identified assignments

• • Run weekly grade reports
  • Assist with homework
  • Communicate with teachers
• Oversee or co-advise an advisory
• Create and generate daily announcements/flyers for Middle School birthdays, Fun Fridays, AMP activities, etc
• Supervise breaks and lunch
  • Run lunchtime activities
  • Work with spirit club to oversee spirit students
• Observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
• Provide coverage for staff/faculty breaks on a needed basis
• Attend required training(s) from The Harker School on adolescent emotional and social understanding

Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Serve as a positive adult role model and provide leadership, energy and spirit
• Must have excellent people skills that provide an opportunity for professional relationships with students and other coworkers
• Ability to communicate and work with groups of all age and skill levels, and provide necessary direction and instruction to students
• Must be able to take direction from supervisors and other departments directly involved with MS BASE
• Must be self-motivated
• Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple situations and tasks
• Must maintain a positive attitude and professional outlook
• Ability to effectively communicate with and understand students and other staff members
• Physical ability to stand for 3 hours or more
• Physical ability to withstand climate extremes
• Must have the physical ability to walk and stand on the school grounds for an extended period of time

The Harker School Mission Statement:

Our mission is to educate students for college success and foster kindness, respect, and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability, and a love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.