Afternoon Preschool Assistant (Part-Time)

Boston Children's Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time afternoon assistant to support early childhood care in a hospital setting. You will help with setup of activities, supervise play, prepare snacks, and restock areas while assisting teachers to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children from 12 weeks to 5 years old.

Responsibilities include cleaning toys, participating in group time, and helping close the classroom each day. A cooperative team player with good communication is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• The ability to exchange information on factual matters, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
• Courtesy and tact when dealing with patients, visitors and/or hospital employees. More sensitive situations may be referred to others as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assisting classroom teachers in the care, health, welfare and safety of children 12 weeks - 5 years of age in a group setting.
• Working with a team of teachers, to provide a caring environment where children are safe and secure.
• Cleaning/disinfecting toys per DEEC regulations.
• Setting up afternoon activities/learning centers and engage in play.
• Preparing/serving snack.
• Restocking classroom areas as requested.
• Participating in group/story/circle time.
• Assisting classroom teacher with closing of the classroom each day.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Greet visitors

Communication

Team player

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time afternoon assistant to support early childhood care in a hospital setting. You will help with setup of activities, supervise play, prepare snacks, and restock areas while assisting teachers to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children from 12 weeks to 5 years old.

Responsibilities include cleaning toys, participating in group time, and helping close the classroom each day. A cooperative team player with good communication is essential.