After-School Care Specialist — Safe, Enriching Activities

St. Patricia School; Hickory Hills (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Chicago's Catholic schools are hiring an after school care employee to supervise children after regular hours, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The role includes planning activities, monitoring behavior, assisting with homework, and communicating with parents and staff.

Responsibilities cover daily supervision, organization of games, crafts, homework aid, and snack setup, while upholding school safety policies.

Qualifications

• Supervise children after school hours
• Plan and lead daily activities
• Provide guidance and positive role modeling
• Assist with homework
• Monitor behavior and enforce safety
• Communicate with parents and staff
• Maintain clean and organized spaces
• Follow safety and emergency protocols
• Participate in staff training
• Maintain attendance and incident records

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during after school hours, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Plan, organize, and lead daily activities such as games, arts and crafts, homework help, and enrichment programs.
• Provide guidance, serving as a positive role model and fostering social, emotional, and intellectual growth in children.
• Assist children with homework as needed.
• Monitor and manage student behavior, employing discipline techniques as appropriate and supporting positive interactions.
• Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and school staff regarding student welfare and progress.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment, including set up and clean up of activity areas and snacks.
• Follow school policies, procedures, and standards related to safety and emergency protocols.
• Participate in staff training.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance and incident reports.

Job description

The Archdiocese of Chicago's Catholic schools are hiring an after school care employee to supervise children after regular hours, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The role includes planning activities, monitoring behavior, assisting with homework, and communicating with parents and staff.

Responsibilities cover daily supervision, organization of games, crafts, homework aid, and snack setup, while upholding school safety policies.