After-School Program Assistant

Episcopal Children's Services, Inc.; Chiefland (FL); On-site; USD 18,854 - 26,853; Part time

Job summary

Episcopal Children's Services, Inc. seeks a part-time after-school staff member to supervise children aged infants to preschoolers, ensuring safety across classrooms and outdoor spaces. You will greet families, provide daily updates, and support curriculum-aligned activities.

The role requires commitment to child wellbeing, strong communication, and the ability to manage sign-in/out, records, and basic reports while complying with safety and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• DCF 45-hour training within 1 year of employment.
• Knowledge of child development principles and licensing regulations.
• Commitment to strengthening families while prioritizing child wellbeing.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and apply safety procedures.
• Ability to work with children of varying ages (infants to preschoolers).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain staff-to-child ratios with age-appropriate supervision across classrooms, playgrounds, and transitions.
• Follow safety plans, emergency procedures, and document incidents per policy.
• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate activities and oversee meals and snacks.
• Greet families, provide daily updates, and address concerns appropriately.
• Prepare snacks and follow Florida food handler protocols and allergy guidelines.
• Manage sign-in/out, attendance, and simple daily reports; protect student records confidentiality.
• Complete trainings and maintain certifications.
• Other duties as assigned to support center operations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Classroom management

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DCF 45-hour training

First Aid and Pediatric CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Part-time. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 2:30 pm – 5:45 pm.

Responsibilities

• Maintain DCF staff‑to‑child ratios and continuous, age‑appropriate supervision across classrooms, playgrounds, and transitions.
• Follow center safety plans, emergency procedures, and universal precautions; report and document incidents per policy.
• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate games, arts, homework support, and outdoor play aligned to approved curriculum.
• Greet families, provide daily updates, and address concerns appropriately.
• Keep areas clean and organized; prepare and serve snacks following Florida‑approved food handler training and allergy protocols.
• Manage sign‑in/out, attendance, and simple daily reports with accuracy; protect student records confidentiality.
• Complete required trainings, maintain certifications, and uphold mandatory reporter obligations.
• Other duties as assigned in support of center operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• DCF 45‑hour training preferred.
• Knowledge of child development principles, licensing regulations, and best practices in early education.
• Commitment to strengthening families but with an ultimate commitment to the well‑being of the child.
• Ability to exercise control and maintain appropriate classroom discipline.
• Ability and willingness to implement the approved curriculum.
• Good judgment and emotional maturity.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and child abuse reporting procedures.
• Ability to work with children of varying ages, from infants to preschoolers.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to adapt to changing needs throughout the day.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Certifications & Training

• Complete TB screening & physical before having direct contact with children. Renew every 2 years.
• Complete the DCF required 45‑hour training within 1 year of employment.
• Complete the online Food Handlers Course "Serving Safe Food in Childcare" within 90 days of employment.
• Must have current First Aid and Pediatric CPR training.
• Complete a minimum of 25 hours of in‑service training annually (July 1 – June 30).

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor settings; active, fast‑paced environment.
• Constant visual supervision of children and tolerance of loud noise.

Essential Physical Skills

• Acceptable eyesight & hearing with or without correction.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, and engage with young children at their level.
• Requires heavy physical work; lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work constitutes more than 70% of the job.

Background Requirements

The position requires a Level II background screening, which includes local, state, and federal criminal checks. Background screenings are completed for all employees and any contracted employee, intern, or volunteer position in which individuals have contact with children, access to confidential information, or are in a position of special trust. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Compensation

$16.59 per hour.