After School Assistant

John Lawrence Elementary; Archdale (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

John Lawrence Elementary in Archdale, NC is seeking an After School Assistant to support the After School Director with curriculum planning and daily activities for students from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, three hours daily, ten months a year.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least 18 years old, First Aid/CPR certification, and a valid NC driver's license, with the ability to supervise children and maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Valid NC driver's license required.
• Ability to work well with children, staff, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program activity planning.
• Assist with daily activities for children 2:30-5:30 pm.
• Prepare materials for daily activity plans.
• Maintain safety and supervise children during activities.
• Support curriculum activities with the After School Director.
• Interact positively with children and enforce safety rules.

Skills

Interact with children

Work with staff/parents

Engage children in activities

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

18+ years old

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Valid NC driver's license

Job description

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After School Assistant

Job Details

Job ID: 5954776

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

3 hours daily (2:30-5:30 pm)

10 months/ Student days only

Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver's license and sub as needed on the bus

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After School Assistant

Assigned school

Hourly

Non-exempt; Hourly position

After School Director

None

Monday - Friday

2:30-5:30 pm

10

POSITION PURPOSE:

The After School assistant assists the After School Director with program curriculum planning, supervises and directly interacts with children engaged in physical activities, prepares materials required to implement the planned daily activities and ensures that children are able to participate in group activities in a safe and supervised manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Sufficient knowledge of processes for addressing behavioral issues and reporting them to proper personnel
• Demonstrated ability to work well with children, staff, parents and community
• Understanding of school age needs and expectations
• Ability to engage children effectively in pre-planned activities and programs

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must obtain certification in First Aid/CPR
• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with program activity planning
• Assist with planning and conducting daily activities for the children in the Program that contribute to the care, growth, and development of the children who attend the Program
• Assist with preparing materials required to implement the daily activity plans
• Manage the distribution and collection of games and materials used in activities
• Assist the After School Director with facilitating curriculum activities or areas to provide positive learning experiences for the children 6. Supervise physical activities
• Participate with children in group games
• Enforce safety rules
• Intervene when children are likely to injure themselves or each other
• Remain with the children at all times
• Assist the After School Director with the preparation and maintenance of Program materials
• Communicate with the Site-Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator regarding difficult individual child behavior
• Assist children with self-care activities
• Assist with afternoon snack service
• Maintain a physical presence in the child care spaces with the children at all times during program hours, except in the case of emergency
• Follow school procedures to safeguard the health and safety of the children in the program, which includes but is not limited to: hand washing, sanitary measures, playground safety rules, and rules regarding the use of supplies and equipment
• Remain current in knowledge of the emergency file and emergency procedures
• Remain current with the tornado, earthquake, lockdown and fire procedures for the school
• Assist with serving of snack and perform minor clean-up
• Interact positively with all parents and refers questions and concerns to the After School Director as appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned by the After School Director

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is considered light to moderate physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Work involves bending, lifting, pulling, stretching, crawling, running, and jumping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, in various types of weather, and come into direct contact with RCSS staff, students and the public.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance expectations

Reviewed by: Employee's Signature

Date

Approval by: Supervisor's Signature

Date

The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee's work location, shall be reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, should be revised as required, and shall serve as the basis for all required evaluations.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, any time.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anthony Warden , Principal
• John Lawrence Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]

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