Before-School Care Assistant for K-3

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA seeks a part-time Morning Program Support Assistant to supervise students K-3 before school and assist with the morning opening, arrival, and breakfast operations from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

The role emphasizes a safe, structured, and welcoming environment and runs 10 months per year. The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with preferred experience in educational or childcare settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with elementary school children (K-3) in educational/childcare setting preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coordinators, school leadership, and student helpers.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and child-management skills.
• Positive attitude, patience, problem-solving, and openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Actively care for, supervise, and monitor student safety in the Before School Program from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., ensuring rules are followed.
• Assist the Coordinator in organizing safe, fun activities.
• Supervise student helpers to ensure safe interactions with elementary students.
• Maintain continuous visual supervision of participants across program zones.
• Report injuries or safety concerns to the Coordinator promptly.
• Escort students into the school building at 8:25 a.m.
• Assist with morning opening operations and arrival logistics.
• Support the breakfast program setup, supervision, and student flow until 10:00 a.m.
• Maintain punctuality and professional communication with parents and staff.
• Perform other duties to support morning operations and food service.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Child management

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA seeks a part-time Morning Program Support Assistant to supervise students K-3 before school and assist with the morning opening, arrival, and breakfast operations from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

The role emphasizes a safe, structured, and welcoming environment and runs 10 months per year. The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with preferred experience in educational or childcare settings.