Engaging After-School Program Assistant

Yinghua Academy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Yinghua Academy in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Part-Time Program Aide for after-school hours (3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday). The role supports a safe and nurturing environment, guiding K-8 students, delivering engaging activities, and helping with health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include supervising students, leading development activities, preparing snacks, and maintaining attendance and space organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday (5 days per week).
• Prior experience working with students in grades K-8 preferred.
• Proficiency in using iPad apps.
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students to ensure a safe, respectful program environment.
• Leads students in engaging activities that support social, emotional, and academic development.
• Prepares and serves nutritious snacks in alignment with program guidelines.
• Maintains accurate sign-in and sign-out procedures for all participants.
• Cleans and organizes program spaces and materials at the end of each day.
• Attends required safety, health, and compliance trainings.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

iPad apps

Job description

Description

Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time (M-F; 3:00PM to 6:00PM)

Calendar: Academic Year

Overall Objectives

Supports the Extended Program team in fostering a safe, positive, and nurturing environment that promotes students’ academic achievement, physical health, and emotional well-being following Yinghua Academy’s mission, core values, and principles.

Principal Roles & Responsibilities

• Supervises students to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive program environment.
• Follows established protocols and responds appropriately to student health and first-aid needs.
• Leads students in engaging activities that support social, emotional, and academic development.
• Prepares and serves nutritious snacks in alignment with program guidelines.
• Maintains accurate sign-in and sign-out procedures for all participants.
• Cleans and organizes program spaces and materials at the end of each day.

Program Compliance

• Follows supervisor direction and completes assigned tasks as instructed.
• Adheres to all school policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintains accurate attendance records and required documentation.
• Attends all mandatory safety, health, and compliance trainings.

Communication

• Actively participates in all-staff/team meetings.
• Communicates with students the expectations for academic performance, classroom behavior, and personal management.
• Maintains effective and timely communication within the organization and externally.
• Reads all school communication and responds to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Promptly notifies supervisor of concerns or issues as they arise.

Professional Conduct

• Upholds professional and ethical standards in all interactions, maintaining confidentiality and respect in all matters, including student-related information and sensitive organizational topics.
• Models and encourages all behavior outlined by the Board-approved Professional Conduct Policy.
• Maintains confidentiality in all areas related to students.
• Demonstrates reliability and good judgment.
• Participates in required training and ongoing relevant professional development.
• Commitment to Yinghua Academy’s mission, values, and guiding principles.
• Maintains a professional image and a positive attitude.
• Completes responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Meets set objectives and goals and requires minimal supervision.
• Takes pride in work and is committed to quality
• Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Additional Information

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. The employee may perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or school leadership to support the needs of the school.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Kavira (direct-to-employer healthcare), Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance.

Requirements

Qualifications

High School Diploma

Must be able to work Monday - Friday (5 days per week)

Prior experience working with students in grades K-8 preferred.

Ability to use iPad apps.

Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese preferred but not required.

Employee Requirements

Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, criminal background checks and reference checks.