Part Time: Extended Care Assistant, Saint Victor School, School Year 2026-2027

Diocese of San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of San Jose is seeking an Extended Care Assistant to support TK/K-8 students before and after school. You will help supervise children, prepare activities, and create an engaging, safe environment under the supervision of the Principal and Extended Care Manager.

The role requires experience with supervising children, strong communication, and First Aid/CPR certification. Responsibilities include maintaining records, coordinating with parents and staff, and upholding school policies and

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Course credit in child development is preferred.
• Experience supervising children is required.
• Training to perform tasks assigned by the Principal or Extended Care Manager.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English; bilingual preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google apps.
• Experience with SIS and Workday or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the Extended Care program as directed by the Principal and/or Extended Care Manager.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment based on safety and behavioral standards of the school.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other professionals as required.
• Comply with security procedures including attendance, headcount, pick-up and emergency procedures.
• Assist in preparing program materials as needed.
• Maintain current and accurate records according to policy.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and program effectiveness.
• Assist in cleaning and organizing the room and equipment before, during and after the program.
• Maintain confidentiality over student and institutional information.
• Attend faculty and other meetings as needed.
• Support the mission of the Catholic Church and school.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service mindset

Stress management

Professionalism

Discretion

Education

High school diploma

Child development coursework

Supervising children experience

Training to perform tasks

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Word/Excel/PowerPoint

SIS

Workday

Google Workspace

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Principal and/or Extended Care Manager, the Extended Care Assistant will assist in providing an appropriately safe, caring and enriching environment for children in TK/K through 8th grade who are participating in the before and/or after-school care program. The Extended Care Assistant will assist in supervising children, preparing activities, addressing the needs of students, and creating an atmosphere where students are active and engaged.

It’s more than a job. Be part of a team that spreads thelight and love of Jesus Christ throughout the Diocese!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING (and other duties as assigned):

• Assist in implementing the Extended Care program as directed by the Principal and/or Extended Care Manager.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment based on the safety and behavioral standards of the school.
• Assist in communicating effectively with students, parents, and other professionals, as may be required.
• Comply with security procedures, including attendance, headcount, pick-up, and emergency procedures to ensure the children’s safety.
• Assist in preparing program materials, as needed.
• Maintain current and accurate records according to program policy.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and support program effectiveness.
• Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the room and equipment before, during, and after the program each day.
• Maintain confidentiality over student and institutional information.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and human relations skills.
• Self-motivated and reliable.
• Able to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with principal, parents, staff, and the general public.
• Able to manage moderate levels of stress.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a strong customer service focus (internal and external).
• Ethical and discreet team player.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as a role model of professionalism in a Catholic environment.
• Support the philosophy, policies, and goals of the school, as well as the decisions made by the Principal and Administrators.
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all students.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the parent/student handbook and employee handbook.
• Work as part of a team.
• Attend faculty, administrative, and all other meetings as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:

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

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Course credit in child development, preferred.
• Previous experience supervising children.
• Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by the Principal and/or Extended Care Manager.

Language Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders of the school.
• English, required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese) preferred.

Technical Skills:

• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Proficient at word processing, presentation, and electronic mail applications.
• Experience with school information systems (SIS).
• Working knowledge of Workday, or willingness to learn.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, stretching, twisting.
• Can lift 10 lbs. in compliance with safety standards.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Handles exposure to climate change and temperature.
• Can operate standard office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, personal computer, telephone, and alarm system.
• Level of vision, hearing, speaking required

Other Requirements:

• Required to work before and/or after school schedule.
• Must have an understanding and acceptance for the mission of the Catholic Church.
• Must support the teachings and values of the Catholic Church and its mission.

Salary Range (per hour based on the education and experience):

$24.28 – $28.12

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 5 hours per week