AFTER SCHOOL CARE ASSISTANT

Young World Physical Education; Canton (NC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an After School Care Assistant to support supervision, safety, and instructional activities for students in Canton, NC. The role is part‑time with an hourly wage of $15.00.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be prepared to assist with academics, records, and clerical tasks while promoting student well‑being. The position emphasizes maintaining a safe, engaging environment, assisting with supervision, and collaborating with staff in

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and prepare simple reports and instructional materials in standard English.
• General knowledge of after‑school care routines and safety procedures.
• Managing basic files and records; comfortable with clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with instruction and activities.
• Monitor student safety and well‑being at all times.
• Observe behavior and document incidents with accuracy and discretion.
• Provide one‑on‑one academic support and reinforce learning.
• Maintain records of student progress and attendance.
• Keep the classroom organized and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Perform clerical duties and assist with routine tasks as needed.
• Assist with feeding students and supporting independent tasks.
• Participate in staff development and related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Verbal Aptitude

Numerical Aptitude

Form/Spatial Aptitude

Motor Coordination

Manual Dexterity

Color Discrimination

Interpersonal Temperament

Physical Communication

Education

High School diploma

Job description

AFTER SCHOOL CARE ASSISTANT

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and execution of instruction.
• Continuously monitor student safety, well‑being, and self‑esteem, and support their independence.
• Observe student behavior, maintain discipline, log time‑outs and in‑class suspensions, provide crisis prevention support, and restrain students safely when necessary.
• Provide one‑on‑one academic support, clarify instructions, conduct brief study‑skill sessions, and reinforce learning.
• Maintain standardized records and documentation of student progress.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintain classroom order, including repair and maintenance of school equipment.
• Complete clerical tasks: record attendance, file incident reports, and manage student progress records.
• Feed students and assist with tasks they cannot perform independently.
• Participate in staff development workshops and perform any related work as required.

Minimum Training and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications or Standards

• Physical: Capable of using classroom equipment, lifting, carrying, and light moving tasks; consistent with light work standards.
• Data Conception: Ability to compare and judge observable characteristics of data and people.
• Interpersonal Communication: Ability to convey information verbally or non‑verbally and receive instructions from superiors.
• Language: Ability to read correspondence, prepare simple reports, and prepare instructional materials in standard English.
• Intelligence: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret varied instructions.
• Verbal Aptitude: Ability to record and deliver information and follow written and oral instructions.
• Numerical Aptitude: Ability to use basic arithmetic, formulas, decimals, and percentages.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude: Ability to inspect items for proper dimensions.
• Motor Coordination: Ability to perform tasks requiring hand‑eye coordination with office equipment.
• Manual Dexterity: Capacity to handle office machines with minimal eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Color Discrimination: Ability to differentiate colors and shades.
• Interpersonal Temperament: Ability to work under stress and handle stressed individuals.
• Physical Communication: Ability to communicate verbally and listen; use telephone.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of after‑school care director responsibilities and classroom routines.
• Knowledge of student handbook rules and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of organization and administration principles; basic curriculum understanding.
• Continuous monitoring of student safety and well‑being, especially during inclusive activities.
• Motivational skills to encourage students.
• Maintenance of a clean, orderly environment and performance of clerical duties.
• Management of basic files and records.
• Comprehension and execution of oral and written instructions.
• Establishment of effective working relationships necessary for assignments.