STARS (Before/After School) Program Assistant 2026-27

Sylvania; Orland Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 19,036 - 27,112; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Program Assistant for the STARS Program in Orland Park, Illinois. The role is focused on providing quality care and creating a nurturing environment for school-age children, supervising their activities during AM and PM shifts.

Applicants should have strong communication skills, experience with children, and be able to work independently. Responsibilities include assisting with homework, ensuring safety, and maintaining a positive relationship with families. Hourly compensation is $16.75.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with school-age children.
• Dependable and possesses good judgment.
• Ability to build strong relationships with families and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress.
• Follow structured daily program schedule for students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Self-starter

Experience supervising children grades K-8

Education

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Tools

iPad

RegWerks

RevTrak

Job description

Supervisor: Director of STARS Program

Salary: $16.75 per hour

Work Schedule

School Year Student Contact Days

• AM Shift - 6:20 a.m. - 7:50 a.m. (1.5 hours)
• PM Shift - 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (4 hours) (K-2 buildings)
• PM Shift - 2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (3.5 hours) (3-5 buildings)

STARS Camp Days*

• 6 hour shift scheduled between 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

*This program will run during the school year on some non-student contract days (School holidays, Winter Break, Spring Break, etc.) The specific schedule is TBD.

Summary

The STARS Program Assistant is responsible for providing quality care and an enriching learning experience for school age children enrolled in Orland 135.

Qualifications / Experience

1. Interest in working with school-age children
2. Good communication skills
3. Good interpersonal skills
4. Successful experience supervising children grades K-8
5. Dependable
6. Possesses good judgement.
7. CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
8. Possesses the ability to communicate and follow written and oral directions.
9. Ability to build strong relationships with families and coworkers.
10. Be a self-starter and perform the job duties with limited supervision.
11. Prior work experience at a before/after school program, preferred.
12. Experience with RegWerks and RevTrak, preferred.
13. Experience using iPad, preferred.

Responsibilities

1. Create a safe and nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
2. Provide a warm-caring atmosphere for all participants.
3. Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress.
4. Cultivate positive relationships with families and staff.
5. Follow STARS Program student check-in/check-out procedures.
6. Properly document and communicate any student incidents to supervisor.
7. Serve as a "good will" ambassador to the public for the program and Orland School District 135.
8. Interact with children in a safe and respectful manner.
9. Follow structured daily program schedule for students attending the STARS program.
10. Properly identify self as Program Assistant by wearing District issued ID.
11. Comply with local, state, and federal laws as well as district policy and regulations related to the STARS program.
12. Provide participants with appropriate leadership during the STARS program.
13. Supervise at all times students enrolled in the STARS program.
14. Accompany children to campus building, as needed
15. Prepare daily breakfast/snack for participants.
16. Maintain open communication between staff and school personnel.
17. Follow proper attendance reporting procedures.
18. Oversee proper utilization of equipment and materials.
19. Request supplies as needed.
20. Maintain overall cleanliness and appearance of STARS program areas.
21. Ensure STARS Program is cleaned and cleared of all materials at end of shift.
22. Report any problems that arise to supervisor.
23. Attend/participate in required trainings and staff meetings.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions

• Vision: (which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
• Hearing: (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
• Speech: to be understood in face-to-face communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone.
• Upper Body Mobility: use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
• Lower Body Mobility: to bend at waist; stoop; twist and turn torso.
• Strength: to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects that weigh as much as 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Environmental Requirements: encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
• Mental Requirements: read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; business math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copying, comparing, compiling and coordinating information and records.

Apply

Applicants should complete the online application and upload all supplementary materials electronically. Hard-copy materials are not accepted. The online application may be accessed by visiting our website: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/osd135

We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.