Student Assistant - SACC

Young World Physical Education; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 16,763 - 23,875; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a School-Age Child Care Student Assistant. In this role, you will assist in the care and nurturing of children, implement activities, and help carry out daily routines. Ideal candidates are enrolled in the Upper Arlington City School District, must be at least 16 years of age, and possess effective communication skills. Experience with children is preferred, but training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must be a junior or senior with an appropriate school record.
• Must provide a signed medical statement and fingerprints for a criminal records check.
• Experience working with children preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting activities and special events.
• Communicate with other SACC members.
• Assist in snack preparation and serving.

Skills

Ability to work effectively and positively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly

Effective active listening skills

Ability to manage children in small & large groups

Understanding individual needs of children

Education

Enrollment in Upper Arlington City School District

Must be 16 years of age

Job description

Student Assistant – SACC

Upper Arlington School District – Columbus, Ohio

Job Details

Job ID: 5630772

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 07, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

UPPER ARLINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position: School-Age Child Care Student Assistant

Reports to: Site Supervisor

Employment Status: Regular/Part-time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Rate of Pay: $14.75

Description: Responsible for assisting the supervisor and program aides in the care and nurturing of children in a safe and welcoming environment, implements activities and helps in carrying out the daily routine of the program.

Hours: 2:30–5:30 PM school days

NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age and eligible to obtain a work permit
• Must be enrolled in the Upper Arlington City School District
• Must be a junior or senior with an appropriate school record
• Must provide a signed medical statement and fingerprints for a criminal records check
• Experience working with children preferred but not required
• Completion of SACC orientation and training

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and positively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective active listening skills
• Ability to manage children in small & large groups
• Can understand and identify the individual needs of children in the program and adapt expectations and practices accordingly
• Other alternatives as appropriate from Supervisor/Board of Education

Essential Functions

• Assists in conducting activities and special events
• Communicates with other SACC members
• Assists in snack preparation and serving
• Assists in keeping supplies and equipment in order
• Daily set-up/clean-up of program
• Interacts positively, using constructive guidance in appropriate social interactions and expected standards of behavior
• Enforces SACC policy
• Serves as a positive role model for children
• Encourages children's participation in multiple program activities
• Greets and interacts with parents daily, sharing positive information about a child whenever possible
• Regards parents, children, school personnel, and SACC staff in a positive, professional, and cooperative manner; refers appropriate questions to Site Supervisor

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and engagement of children in assigned activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Equipment Operated

• Copy machine
• Calculator
• Computer/printer
• Telephone/cellular phone
• Projector TV
• Other office equipment as needed

Additional Working Conditions

• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
• Exposure to loud noises
• Interactions with unruly children
• Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing
• Interruption of duties by students, visitors, staff and/or telephone calls
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel and stoop

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the workplace throughout employment with the District.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.