After School Program Associate

Washington Montessori Association Inc; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Montessori School in Washington, CT seeks an After School Program Associate to support its Auxiliary Programs.

This part-time role runs 12–5 pm, Monday through Friday, and involves supervising children, assisting with after-school activities, and helping maintain a prepared learning environment.

You will work with a team of childcare professionals under the Director of Auxiliary Programs, performing supervisory, programmatic, administrative, and maintenance duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Basis Montessori knowledge and practices.
• Understanding of positive discipline techniques.
• Familiarity with after school activities and group management.
• Coaching and sports facilitation as needed.
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Oversee an afternoon nap program and after school activities.
• Provide positive supervision of children as directed by the Director of Auxiliary Programs.
• Report injuries and accidents to the Director or Assistant Director promptly.
• Arrive on time and be prepared to support the day’s programming.
• Assist the Director in creating and maintaining a prepared environment for the assigned program division.
• Perform other supervisory, programmatic, administrative, and maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Montessori knowledge

Positive discipline

Team collaboration

Child supervision

First Aid CPR training

Job description

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After School Program Associate

Auxillary Seasonal Washington, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1021

POSITION SUMMARY

The Auxiliary Programs Support Staff is a supervisory role within the Washington Montessori School Auxiliary Department. Support staff work alongside other part time staff as well as full-time school staff to ensure the well-being of students participating in After School classes and programs. This is an excellent opportunity for employeesto develop leadership, teamwork, and childcare skills in a values-driven, experiential learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a member of a team of childcare professionals overseeing an afternoon nap program, as well as a dynamic after school program.

Provide appropriate, positive supervision of children as assigned by the Director of Auxiliary Programs

Report injuries and accidents in a timely manner to the Assistant Director or the Director

Arrive each shift at the assigned time, prepared and ready to support the day’s programming.

Assist the Director in creating and maintaining a prepared environment for your assigned program division.

Perform other supervisory, programmatic, administrative, and maintenance duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

An understanding of positive discipline techniques.

A basic understanding of Montessori principles and practices.

Familiarity with common After School activities

Group and classroom management skills.

Basic First Aid and CPR certification (training provided and required by the school).

Coaching and sports facilitation.

Ability to work and collaborate effectively as part of a team of professionals.

Ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible in a busy and sometimes unpredictable environment.

Ability to maintain a positive attitude and high energy level throughout the program period

Reliable transportation to and from the school each afternoon assigned to work.

Physical ability to participate in active games and outdoor activities, including standing, walking, running, and lifting light equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a part-time position, with expected hours being 12-5 pm, Monday through Friday. Work is performed primarily outdoors and in program spaces on the WMS campus. Auxiliary Programs Support Staff are expected to be present and engaged for the full duration of each assigned shift. The role involves active physical participation and direct supervision of children in a dynamic, outdoor school environment.