Community School After-School Child Care Worker

Urbana School District #116; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116 is seeking a Community School After-School Child Care Worker for Dr. Preston Williams Jr. Elementary School in Urbana, IL. The role supports both Early Childhood (ages 3-5) and Elementary Youth Care (ages 5-11) in a safe, engaging setting for families attending adult education.

The position is part-time, 5:15 pm–8:00 pm on Monday-Thursday (or alternate days), at $20.00 per hour, grant-funded for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications are accepted until filled.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working with children in a licensed childcare facility, preschool, school, or camp setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Associate's or bachelor's degree in education preferred.
• CDA (Child Development Associate) or coursework in Early Childhood Education is highly encouraged.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain after hire).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and child abuse registry clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathroom breaks and basic hygiene; handwashing.
• Lead sensory play, read books, play with toys, and simple arts and crafts.
• Plan indoor and outdoor games; gross and fine motor activities.
• Supervise homework time; offer basic tutoring or reading/math help.
• Organize basic sports, group games, or interactive projects.
• Help children navigate peer social dynamics and resolve conflicts positively.
• Maintain visual contact; supervise snacks and follow allergy guidelines.
• Provide updates to parents at pickup; keep play areas clean.

Skills

People skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Student engagement

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or bachelor's in education preferred

CDA or Early Childhood coursework encouraged

CPR and First Aid certifications

Background check clearance

Job description

Community School After-School Child Care Worker

Urbana School District #116 Dr. Preston L. Williams Jr. Elementary School - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Urbana School District #116

Job Details

• Job ID: 5924589
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Urbana School District #116

TITLE: Community School After-School Child Care Worker

LOCATION: Dr. Preston Williams Jr. Elementary School

SUPERVISOR: Community School Administrator

The Community Schools After-School Child Care workers will join the Community Schools Programming at Dr. Preston Williams Jr. Elementary. The program seeks energetic, patient, and reliable people to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing space for children whose parents are attending adult education courses. Child care workers may work with early childhood children (ages 3-5) or elementary-aged children (5-11).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Early Childhood Care (Ages 3-5)

• Assist with bathroom breaks and basic hygiene, such as handwashing.
• Lead sensory play, read books, play with toys, and simple arts and crafts.
• Plan fun indoor and outdoor games, and gross and fine motor activities.

Elementary Youth Care (Ages 5-11)

• Supervise dedicated homework time and offer basic tutoring or reading and math help.
• Organize basic sports, group games, or interactive projects.
• Help older children navigate peer social dynamics and resolve conflicts positively.

General Duties

• Maintain visual contact at all times and stay highly alert during indoor and outdoor playground play and supervision duties.
• Supervise snacks and strictly follow child allergy guidelines.
• Provide friendly, professional updates to parents and guardians at pickup.
• Disinfect toys, organize supplies, and keep the play and work areas clean and neat.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships; good people skills
• Strong organizational, project management, and event coordination skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to engage and motivate students across diverse backgrounds
• Ability to use d e-escalation strategies and manage challenging behaviors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 year working with children in a licensed childcare facility, preschool, school, or camp setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Associate's or bachelor's degree in education preferred
• CDA (Child Development Associate) or coursework in Early Childhood Education is highly encouraged.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain after hire).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and child abuse registry clearance.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage .
• This is not a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position.
• This is a non-exempt position.
• For the 2026-2027 School Year only
• This position is dependent on grant funds (grant-funded)

Hours

Part-time, Monday through Thursday, 5:15 pm - 8:00 pm or Monday/Wednesday & Tuesday/Thursday schedule

Pay Rate

$20.00 per hour

EVALUATION

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on the evaluation of professional personnel.

Start Date

ASAP

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Created

August 2026

Position Type

Hourly

Salary

$20 to $20 Hourly

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Danielle Jackson , Community Schools Administrator
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]