Extended Day Assistant, 2026-27

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local Catholic school in Jacksonville is looking for a part-time Extended Day Assistant to care for and instruct after school children. The role requires effective communication and supervision skills, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be willing to complete a background check. This position promotes personal and professional responsibility while adhering to Catholic principles.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to complete a background check and PGC class.
• Professional appearance and bearing.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, reliable, and able to multitask.
• Flexible in adjusting to school needs.

Responsibilities

• Care and instruction of after school children.
• Assist with supervision of parent helpers.
• Help maintain a pleasant learning environment.
• Help supervise playground and maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Assist with disciplinary consistency and classroom organization.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Flexibility in assessing needs

Background check clearance

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Overview

Diocese of St. Augustine HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL — EXTENDED DAY ASSISTANT

FLSA: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for the care and instruction of after school children. Work hours are Monday - Friday from approximately 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. There are early release days throughout the year that require longer hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Shall recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The employee may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church;
• Shall abide by Catholic principles in the employee’s professional and private life, and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Develop and help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
• Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements.
• Assist with playground supervision as necessary.
• Be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
• Assist with a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image, and motivate learning.
• Help to maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks assigned; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God’s Children (PGC) class. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit this site: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment.
• The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• High School Graduate or GED.

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment.

Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling, hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.