After-School Caregiver for Kids with Autism (Home-Based)

Community Horizons; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Horizons is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker to support two school-aged children on the autism spectrum in their Appleton, WI home after school, roughly 3:40pm to 6 or 7pm, Monday to Friday. The role focuses on safety, structure, and gentle engagement while following parents’ rules about electronics and routines.

Responsibilities include helping children get off the bus, supervising for safety, guiding activities like snack time and sensory play, and ensuring background

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children on the spectrum is a plus.
• Kind, patient and understanding demeanor is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required.
• Must be able to pass a caregiver background check.

Responsibilities

• Get children off bus daily and transport to their home.
• Supervise children to ensure safety; monitor elopement risk.
• Enforce family rules; no electronics unless allowed.
• Assist with snack time, sensory play, and toileting reminders.
• Perform other light child-care tasks as requested by parents.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Child care experience

Driving skills

Reliable communication

Tools

Driver's license

Vehicle ownership

Job description

Community Horizons is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker to support two school-aged children on the autism spectrum in their Appleton, WI home after school, roughly 3:40pm to 6 or 7pm, Monday to Friday. The role focuses on safety, structure, and gentle engagement while following parents’ rules about electronics and routines.

Responsibilities include helping children get off the bus, supervising for safety, guiding activities like snack time and sensory play, and ensuring background