Aftercare Assistant: Engaging Care for 2-5s

Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School; Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

2 personal days

Major holidays off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403B retirement options

Supplemental benefits

Company paid Life Insurance

Long term and Short term Disability

Job summary

Beth Tfiloh Preschool is seeking an aftercare assistant to support our preschool children aged 2 to 5 from 1:00 to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves flexible teaching, caregiving, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment while maintaining required staff-child ratios.

Responsibilities include interacting with families, collaborating with staff, and implementing activities provided by the lead aftercare coordinator.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience working with children in a licensed childcare setting.
• Ability to pass a state background check and fingerprinting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Care for children ages 2-5 in aftercare from 1:00–5:00pm, Monday–Friday.
• Maintain teacher-to-child ratios and cover staff breaks as needed.
• Implement activities and supervise play to ensure safety and engagement.
• Communicate positively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school events when required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA credentials preferred

Job description

Beth Tfiloh Preschool is seeking an aftercare assistant to support our preschool children aged 2 to 5 from 1:00 to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves flexible teaching, caregiving, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment while maintaining required staff-child ratios.

Responsibilities include interacting with families, collaborating with staff, and implementing activities provided by the lead aftercare coordinator.