Extended Care Provider

Available Positions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic School is seeking an Extended Care Aide for its Angel Care program after school from 3:30 to 6:00 pm. The aide provides supervision of children, facilitates activities, and maintains a safe, fun, and engaging environment.

This part-time role is ideal for college students or adults who enjoy working with children and want a consistent schedule. The position requires reliable transportation and adherence to the school's conduct and training requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during Angel Care, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Assist in organizing and leading recreational and educational activities.
• Provide homework support as needed.
• Help with snack preparation and accommodate dietary restrictions.
• Promote positive behavior and address conflicts constructively.
• Maintain open communication with parents and report incidents to the principal.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized environment; assist with cleanup.
• Collaborate with staff to create a supportive environment for children.
• Monitor and record attendance during Angel Care hours.

Job description

St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic School is seeking an Extended Care Aide for our Angel Care program after school between 3:30 and 6:00 pm. The aide provides support in supervision of children, facilitating activities, and maintaining a safe, fun, and engaging environment. This position is a good fit for college students or adults seeking part-time work with a consistent schedule, and who enjoy working with children.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision: Actively supervise children during Angel Care, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Activity Facilitation: Assist in organizing and leading recreational and educational activities, including arts and crafts, games, and sports.
• Homework Support: Provide assistance to children in completing their homework or other academic activities as needed.
• Snack Preparation: Help with the preparation and distribution of snacks, ensuring that children with allergies or dietary restrictions are accommodated.
• Behavior Management: Promote positive behavior among children, addressing conflicts or behavioral issues as they arise in a constructive manner.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with parents or guardians regarding their child’s behavior, progress, and any incidents that occur during Angel Care, and report incidents to the school principal.
• Safety & Cleanliness: Ensure that the program environment is safe, clean, and organized. Assist with clean-up activities.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff members to create a positive and supportive environment for the children.
• Attendance: Monitor and record attendance, ensuring that all children are accounted for during Angel Care hours.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in child development or education is a plus.
• Experience: Previous experience working with children in a school, camp, or childcare setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to engage with children in a positive and supportive manner, basic first aid knowledge is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.