Afterschool Generalist: Pre-K & Kindergarten — Play & Growth

Shady-Hill-School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Shady Hill School in Cambridge, MA is seeking an enthusiastic Afterschool Generalist for Beginner (Pre-K) and Kindergarten to join the Auxiliary Programs team, starting immediately. This part-time, in-person role covers 19.5 hours per week and focuses on supervising, planning, and delivering safe, engaging activities, supporting snack, homework, and dismissal.

There may be occasional in-house substitute hours; compensation is hourly, ranging from $22 to $25, with paid holidays during the school

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children in schools, camps, childcare, or afterschool programs.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and families.
• Comfort supervising outdoor activities in all weather conditions.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.).
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and actively supervise young children.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in supervising, planning, and facilitating engaging Afterschool activities, play, and daily routines for Beginner and Kindergarten students.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where students feel known, supported, and encouraged to explore their interests.
• Organize and set-up Afterschool spaces and check-in with Afterschool colleagues during daily prep blocks (2:45-3:15 MTThF).
• Plan, organize and collaborate to lead games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and other choice-based activities.
• Support students in resolving conflicts, building friendships, and developing age-appropriate independence.
• Support students during transitions, snack, homework, and dismissal.
• Monitor daily attendance and dismissal using SchoolPass.
• Encourage independence, creativity, collaboration, and respectful community behavior.
• Build positive relationships with students while supporting their social-emotional growth.

Skills

Child supervision

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Shady Hill School in Cambridge, MA is seeking an enthusiastic Afterschool Generalist for Beginner (Pre-K) and Kindergarten to join the Auxiliary Programs team, starting immediately. This part-time, in-person role covers 19.5 hours per week and focuses on supervising, planning, and delivering safe, engaging activities, supporting snack, homework, and dismissal.

There may be occasional in-house substitute hours; compensation is hourly, ranging from $22 to $25, with paid holidays during the school