Extensions & Extended Day Floater (Ages 0-9 & 9-14)

Near North Montessori School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Disability insurance

EAP program

Flexible PTO

Professional development

Job summary

Near North Montessori School in Chicago seeks an Extensions & Extended Day Floater (Ages 0-9 & 9-14) to support the Programs department and childcare team. The role covers extended day operations, on-campus events, and substitute coverage, with duties from setup to supervision during lunch and recess.

This on-site position reports to the STEAM/EXTENSIONS Coordinator and requires teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing assignments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Experience working with children ages 0–14 is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily extended day operations and events.
• Ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of children.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and maintenance of sites.
• Provide coverage for extended day and specialty activities.
• Collaborate with Programs Director/Coordinator and other staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Childcare basics

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Some college preferred

Job description

Extensions & Extended Day Floater (Ages 0-9 & 9-14)

• Full-time
• Compensation: from USD 45,000 - yearly

We are an independent, Montessori school in Chicago serving 560+ students and their families, starting at a parent-infant class and up to8th grade. We are a community of shared values working to fulfill a meaningful mission.NNM faculty, staff and parents strive for an equitable and inclusive school culture through intentional, reflective practice. We work together to challenge all students to think for themselves, pursue their ideas and become real learners for the real world.

Position Overview

The Near North Montessori (NNM) Extensions & Extended Day Floater is a role that assists the Programs department in the facilitation of extended day and any related programs that occur either during or beyond the typical school day. This role is also part of the staff childcare team, providing hands-on child care services to children of NNM staff during on-campus events, including, but not limited to: set-up and clean-up weeks; parent education events; and conference days.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Assist in the daily operations of extended day programs as assigned

Help ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of children

Assist in cleaning and maintenance of extended day locations within and outside the building, ensuring a safe and healthy environment

Assist with implementation, preparation, and clean-up of daily activities

Assist in preparation and restoration of extended day spaces and environments

Provide coverage for absences in extended day program, both general extended day and specialty activities

Maintain a close working relationship with the Programs Director and Programs Coordinator: attend all meetings as assigned, regularly discuss the needs of the children, evaluate mutual expectations, and review work being done

Work closely with other extended day staff, as well as faculty and staff at NNM as needed

Be flexible, open, and responsive to changes in assignments, being available for on-call shifts as extended day assignments are added based upon the changing needs of the Programs department

Perform all duties as assigned by the Programs department, and other staff as needed

Reports to the STEAM/EXTENSIONS Coordinator

Serve as a sub/float in classrooms and programs across the school as needed (with priority being given to extensions and Spanish)

Help supervise students as needed at lunch, recess, and other designated times

When not working as a sub in a classroom, support teaching staff with other tasks such as organizing and prepping materials, making copies, etc.

Communicate regularly with classroom teachers about students

Education/Training and Certification, Licenses, Registration Requirements

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School or equivalent diploma, some college coursework preferred

Years of Experience

Previous experience working with children in various ages, 0-14, required

Previous office work within the education or non-profit field is a plus

Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred, but not required)

Specific Skills Required

Ability to work in both independent and group settings

Ability to communicate with children and adults

Ability to sit, walk, stand and engage with others for up to 8 consecutive hours

Ability to consistently deliver a high level of professionalism among staff, administration, parents and other school constituents

Communicate with diverse groups of people

Navigate unfamiliar and fast-paced environment

Ability to take initiative and maintain a task-oriented mindset

Ability to provide high level of support and assistance with the ability to juggle multiple tasks with changing priorities

Working collaboratively with others in an office and school setting

Requirements for All Employees

Understands and acts in accordance with NNM mission and values

Ability to be a team-player working effectively with all students, families, staff, supervisors, and others

Prioritize and work to ensure student safety throughout the school, both individually and as part of the greater community

Environment and/or Physical Factors

The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands to perform the assigned task(s) may include standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, lifting, and pushing.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push up 75 pounds

Ability to independently function efficiently in a changing and varied environment with frequent interruptions

Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on details, demonstrating appropriate planning, preparation and execution of work

Ability to follow all NNM policies and procedures, asking for clarification or support if needed

Actively practices a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all areas of work

Maintains professional skill level pursuing and/or attending professional development and training opportunities required for the position

Additional Information

The starting salary for this position is $45,000 based on skills and experience.

Near North Montessori offers a variety of benefits which include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• EAP Program
• Flexible Paid Time off
• Professional Development Opportunities

Near North Montessori believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, conditions, and privileges of employment.