After School Support - Part-Time

Three Tree Montessori School; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Three Tree Montessori School in Pennsylvania is seeking Afterschool Support Staff for the elementary level. The role runs 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday–Friday during the school year, with potential for summer hours. Pay starts at $20.63+ per hour.

Responsibilities include supervising children ages 6–12, assisting with activities, maintaining a clean environment, and supporting PM Care operations. Prior experience with children and Montessori principles is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in daycare, camps, tutoring, babysitting, or similar settings.
• Knowledge of Montessori principles and classroom management strategies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining confidentiality.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and stay on feet for extended periods.
• Commitment to Montessori education and child well-being.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children during afterschool programs and summer activities.
• Assist with material creation and classroom setup.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the school environment.
• Assist with dishwashing and laundry as needed.
• Plan and implement educational activities and recreational events.

Skills

Child engagement

Montessori principles

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Creativity

Observation

Confidentiality

Education

HS diploma or higher, transcripts

Job description

Afterschool Support Staff - Elementary Level

Job Title: Afterschool Support Staff

Reports To: Head of School

Hours: Part-Time 2:30-5:30, Monday–Friday during school year

Possibility of Full-Time or Part-Time during summer 2027.

Pay: $20.63+ an hour

Purpose Of The Position

This role is to work with students ages 6-12. The shift is 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM fulfilling some support staff tasks and supervising the students after school (PM Care). You may be called in for longer hours periodically if needed. As Afterschool Support Staff at Three Tree Montessori School, your role is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of the TTMS PM Care program and the school's day-to-day functioning. This position involves a variety of tasks, from cleaning and dishwashing to laundry assistance and classroom substitution. Depending on the school's needs, you may be stationed in a PM Care classroom for the entire afternoon or scheduled as a built-in substitute outside of the classroom. Secondly, Three Tree offers a summer program and the person hired may be able to continue part-time or transition to a full time position, 40 hours per week. The 8 hour shift may be between 8 AM and 5:30 PM, depending on the needs of the school. When with the students, your primary responsibility is to supervise and contribute to the well‑being of the children and the group. You'll be readily available to assist children as needed, actively observing the environment and children. You may be expected to prepare ideas for activities for the students. In the summer program, as in the school year, there are Montessori principles we continue to uphold.

Duties

• Supervise and engage children during afterschool programs and summer activities (if applicable), ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
• Assisting with material-making.
• Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene of the school environment.
• Washing classroom and school dishes.
• Assist with planning and implementing educational activities, games, arts and crafts, and recreational events.
• Foster a supportive environment that encourages social skills, teamwork, and personal growth
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and team members regarding children's activities and well‑being

Things To Do

• Create a safe and secure environment for the children.
• Be punctual and attentive during transitions to help the children settle.
• Contribute to the preparation and clean‑up of the environment, including restocking supplies.
• Communicate with the children respectfully at all times.
• Redirect children when necessary and protect their concentration.
• Approach children at their eye level, avoiding calling to them across the room.
• Rotate through the classroom, offering assistance only when needed.
• Accompany children to and from different environments in an orderly manner.
• Ensure all children receive equal attention.
• Use positive language and maintain consistency.
• Respect the child's and the family's right to confidentiality, refraining from discussing children or families with parents or other staff unless it's job‑related and in private.
• Foster healthy and effective relationships with community members, practicing direct, honest, and respectful communication.

Please note that this job description may not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Your duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice.

Qualifications and Skills

• For full‑time summer position only: Must be 25+ and have the ability and willingness to drive a 12 passenger van.
• Previous experience working with children in settings such as daycare, camp, tutoring, babysitting, theater programs, or sports coaching, is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of classroom management techniques and behavior management strategies
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet for most of the day.
• Judgment: Capability to exercise sound judgment, make decisions in line with the school's core values and mission, and seek help when necessary to resolve problems.
• Time Management: Efficient use of time, prioritization of workflow, and consistent punctuality.
• Commitment to Montessori Education: Willingness to uphold Montessori principles and practices and a desire to grow in understanding and application of Montessori.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Creativity: Ability to think creatively and develop engaging activities for children.
• Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative work with diverse individuals, conflict resolution, maintaining confidentiality, effective listening, patience, flexibility, emotional control, open‑mindedness, and a positive team spirit.
• Documentation: Copy of high school diploma and/or college transcripts (or proof of current enrollment), proof of negative TB test administered no earlier than one year from the date of hire, current First Aid and CPR (infant/child/adult) and Bloodborne Pathogens card, background check clearance through the Department of Children, Youth & Families, and proof of MMR immunization or exemption (First Aid and CPR can be completed once hired).