Part-Time Afterschool Program Assistant — Kid-Focused

Orono Public Schools; Long Lake (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Orono Public Schools is seeking an Afterschool Program Attendant to help transition students from the school day to enrichment classes. You will take attendance, assist instructors, and support safe dismissal and parent pickup at the program site.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, a minimum age of 16, and the ability to move around the facility during shifts. Part-time, weekday afternoons with PERA retirement benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Prior experience working with children in a school, camp, or recreational setting is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move actively around the facility for the duration of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Student Arrival & Escort: Greet and check in students as they arrive at the program site; follow up on any missing students; safely escort groups of students to their assigned enrichment rooms.
• Classroom Assistance: Support instructors when needed with student supervision, material distribution, and any immediate needs during class to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Parent & Vendor Logistics: Guide parents to designated pickup areas and classrooms at the end of class; verify authorized pickup contacts as needed.
• Program Materials & Site Wrap-Up: Collect vendor identification badges, attendance binders, and equipment at the end of each daily session and return them to the community education office.
• Safety & Communication: Maintain clear communication with the Enrichment Coordinator regarding student attendance, basic behavioral needs, or operational questions.

Job description

Orono Public Schools is seeking an Afterschool Program Attendant to help transition students from the school day to enrichment classes. You will take attendance, assist instructors, and support safe dismissal and parent pickup at the program site.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, a minimum age of 16, and the ability to move around the facility during shifts. Part-time, weekday afternoons with PERA retirement benefits are offered.