Afternoon School-Age Assistant & Activities Aide

Rich Beginnings Child Care Center; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Paid training

Additional summer hours

Family‑oriented work environment

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

Rich Beginnings Child Care Center is hiring a School Age Teacher Assistant for afternoon shifts. Work options include 12:00 PM–6:00 PM or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, with potential additional hours in the Summer Camp program.

You will support school‑age children and assist in various classrooms as needed. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, reliable, and team‑oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage busy classrooms.

Qualifications

• Experience with children is preferred but not required.
• Must be reliable, punctual and dependable.
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet physical demands (standing, lifting up to 40 pounds).
• Must pass NYS OCFS background clearances and pre-employment screenings.
• Must be 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Float between classrooms, assist teachers with supervision, activities and daily routines.
• Support lunch, nap, playground and classroom activities as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe classroom environment.
• Transition to School Age classroom for after-school program support.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor play; oversee activities and transitions.
• Assist with homework, crafts, STEM activities and recreational programming.
• Prepare and serve afternoon snacks; ensure health and safety practices.
• Assist with cleaning and closing duties and communicate with parents at pick-up.

Skills

Punctuality & reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Physical stamina

Background clearance READY

Age 18+

Job description

Rich Beginnings Child Care Center is hiring a School Age Teacher Assistant for afternoon shifts. Work options include 12:00 PM–6:00 PM or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, with potential additional hours in the Summer Camp program.

You will support school‑age children and assist in various classrooms as needed. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, reliable, and team‑oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage busy classrooms.