Aftercare Assistant - PreK-8th Grade

Metuchen-Christian-Academy; Jefferson Park (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

Metuchen-Christian-Academy is seeking a caring Aftercare Staff Member to supervise students in a safe, Christ-centered setting after the regular school day.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, shows patience and professionalism, and helps create a positive atmosphere where students feel safe, supported, and valued. This hourly position runs from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children of varying ages.
• Demonstrates patience, reliability, good judgment, and strong communication skills.
• Can actively supervise children in a busy school environment.
• Willing to follow school policies, procedures, and Christian values.
• Previous childcare, school, camp, or aftercare experience is preferred.
• Must satisfy applicable pre-screening employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Student supervision: maintain active supervision of students from preschool through middle school ages.
• Safe environment: maintain appropriate separation and supervision of younger and older students when necessary.
• Positive behavior: encourage respectful behavior and Christ-like compassion, following discipline policies.
• Activities and enrichment: organize and supervise age-appropriate games, crafts, reading, and play.
• Homework support: provide a quiet environment and assist as needed.
• Transitions and dismissal: manage attendance, transitions, and release to authorized individuals.
• Communication: interact respectfully with parents, students, and coworkers; report concerns to administration.
• Health and safety: follow emergency procedures and safety guidelines; report injuries promptly.
• Preschool care: assist younger children with personal care and routines.
• Classroom and facility care: keep areas clean and ready for the next day.
• Teamwork: collaborate with staff to maintain consistent routines.
• Other duties: perform additional tasks as assigned by administration.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Good judgment

Strong communication skills

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

Seeking a caring, responsible, and dependable Aftercare Staff Member to supervise students in a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered environment after the regular school day. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and professionalism, and helps create a positive atmosphere where students feel safe, supported, and valued.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Student Supervision: Maintain active supervision of students from either preschool or Kindergarten through Middle School ages, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Safe Environment: Maintain appropriate separation and supervision of younger and older students when necessary.
• Positive Behavior: Encourage respectful behavior, kindness, cooperation, and Christ-like compassion while following school discipline policies.
• Activities and Enrichment: Organize and supervise age-appropriate games, crafts, reading, quiet activities, and outdoor or indoor play as permitted.
• Homework Support: Provide a quiet environment for students to complete homework and offer appropriate assistance when needed.
• Transitions and Dismissal: Maintain accurate attendance, supervise transitions, and release students only to authorized individuals according to school procedures.
• Communication: Communicate respectfully with parents, students, and coworkers. Refer concerns regarding behavior, injuries, parent complaints, or other significant matters to the administration.
• Health and Safety: Follow school emergency procedures, sanitation practices, and all applicable safety guidelines. Report injuries, accidents, and incidents promptly.
• Preschool Care: Assist younger children with age-appropriate personal care and bathroom routines while following school hygiene, privacy, and safeguarding procedures.
• Classroom and Facility Care: Keep aftercare areas clean, organized, and ready for the next school day.
• Teamwork: Cooperate with fellow staff members and administration to maintain consistent routines and a supportive school culture.
• Additional Responsibilities: Complete other reasonable duties related to student supervision and the aftercare program as assigned by the administration.

Professional Expectations

All Aftercare Staff Members are expected to:

• Maintain professional boundaries with students and families.
• Never leave students unattended or rely on another staff member without a clear handoff of supervisory responsibility.
• Follow school policies regarding authorized pickup, student privacy, photography, and communication.
• Keep personal cell phone use to a minimum and never allow it to interfere with student supervision or personal care responsibilities.
• Treat all children with patience, dignity, fairness, and respect.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Report safety concerns, injuries, suspected abuse or neglect, and inappropriate conduct according to school policy and applicable law.
• Model the Christian values and standards.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children of varying ages.
• Demonstrates patience, reliability, good judgment, and strong communication skills.
• Can actively supervise children in a busy school environment.
• Is willing to follow school policies, procedures, and Christian values.
• Previous childcare, school, camp, or aftercare experience is preferred.
• Must satisfy applicable pre-screening employment requirements.

Work Environment

This position requires standing, walking, assisting children, participating in activities, and maintaining active supervision throughout the aftercare period.

Schedule:

The Aftercare Assistant position is an hourly position from 3pm - 6:30pm.

Our Mission:

To provide a safe, loving, and Christ-centered environment where every child is cared for, encouraged, and treated with compassion.