Program Assistant - Extended Day - School Age (School Year 26-27/DC)

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Professional development training

Job summary

EmergencyMD is seeking a full-time Program Assistant in Washington, DC, to support the Wonders program. The role involves managing supplies, assisting with paperwork, and ensuring the safety and organization of the facility. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience working with children and a high school diploma. Strong communication skills and a creative approach are essential. The position offers a structured work schedule and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.
• Coursework must include a minimum of 6 semester or 90 clock hours of approved school-age coursework.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and inventory classroom supplies.
• Assist Program Director with classroom paperwork.
• Ensure facility is secured and children have exited.
• Participate in Open House planning and execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BA or AA in Education or related field

Job description

Benefits & Compensation

Our benefits package includes paid time off, holidays, winter break, medical with HRA, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, critical illness, accident insurance, 403(b) retirement savings plan, Wonders tuition discounts, and professional development training. Benefits eligibility is dependent on job type status.

We provide paid pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting, medical exams, and drug screens as well as paid New Hire Orientation.

Job Summary

The Program Assistant is a teacher in a Wonders program who assumes additional responsibilities which are critical to the success of the program. The Program Assistant works with the Director and Assistant Director to provide organizational, programming and operational support to the program.

Essential Functions

• Placing orders for snacks, office supplies, classroom supplies and playground materials for the program.
• Manages, distributes and stores all supplies.
• Tracking usage for each classroom and keeping accurate inventory of all supplies.
• Communicating with all staff in reference to upcoming classroom needs.
• Assuming program responsibility in the absence of the Program Director and Assistant Director.
• Assisting Program Director and Assistant Director with filing classroom and children's paperwork with appropriate state and local agencies.
• Remaining at the program with other scheduled staff members until all children have left the building.
• Ensuring the facility is secured and all children have exited the building.
• Making sure all electrical appliances have been turned off and the kitchen is prepared for the next business day.
• Communicating with building maintenance when necessary to ensure all program needs are met.
• Assist in answering phones and taking messages when necessary.
• Assisting visitors with building entry when needed.
• Giving building tours in the absence of Program Director or Assistant Director.
• Participating with Open House planning, set-up and clean-up.
• Assisting Program Director and Assistant Director in maintaining a clean, well-organized facility.
• Attend a minimum of 18 hours of staff training yearly (MSDE/OCC approved for MD staff).
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Creative, nurturing, and fun
• Dependable and detail oriented
• Thrives in a high-pressure environment
• People oriented - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Innovative - prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required. BA or AA in Education or related field is preferred.
• Coursework must include a minimum of 6 semester or 90 clock hours or the equivalent of approved school-age coursework in child development and curriculum planning.
• If no college courses taken for credit, at least 9 clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents and the public.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Are you worried you don't meet all of our qualifications for this position? We still encourage you to apply!

EEO Statement

Wonders provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, citizenship, current or future military status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Wonders to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time /Non-Exempt

Program Length: 12 Month

Work Schedule: 9:00a - 6:00p

Work Location: Milton Extended Day