Part Time Grammar School Extended Day Assistant

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is seeking a Part Time Extended Day Assistant to supervise after-school activities from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm and help create a safe, nurturing learning environment for children.

The role emphasizes professional conduct, data gathering on student behavior, and collaboration with teachers and staff, with a strong commitment to inclusion and respectful treatment of all children.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with CGPS’s mission and values.
• Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem-solving skills.
• Hard-working, energetic, reflective, and willing to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise unstructured play during after school hours
• Provide data on students and document observations about student behavior
• Communicate proactively and professionally about students with teaching and non-teaching staff bearing in mind the impact of confidentiality regarding vulnerable persons
• Support the school’s culture and practices for inclusion
• Conduct all work activities in a professional manner
• Demonstrate commitment to working in a school community

Skills

Commitment to CGPS mission

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication with children

Problem-solving

Job description

PT GRAMMAR SCHOOL EXTENDED DAY ASSISTANT

A Part Time Extended Day Assistant will assist in building a nurturing and safe learning environment for children by being responsible for supervising students in various settings during unstructured times. Under the direction and supervision of the Grammar School Director and Extended Day Coordinator, the Assistant is responsible for setting up materials and supervising after school groups. The ideal candidate must enjoy working with children and treat all children with dignity and respect. To excel in this role, the candidate must be flexible, attentive, and willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the CGPS’s program and philosophy.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and supervise unstructured play during after school hours


• Provide data on students and document observations about student behavior


• Communicate proactively and professionally about students with teaching and non-teaching staff bearing in mind the impact of confidentiality regarding vulnerable persons


• Support the school’s culture and practices for inclusion


• Conduct all work activities in a professional manner


• Demonstrate commitment to working in a school community

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with CGPS’s mission and values


• Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously


• Strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem-solving skills


• Hard-working, energetic, reflective, and willing to learn and adapt

WORK HOURS

Monday - Friday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

COMPENSATION

Salary Range for this position: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the "Protected Characteristics").