Substitute Group Aide

The Arc Montgomery County; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive payments up to $1,000

Job summary

The Arc Montgomery County is seeking a compassionate Substitute Group Aide to support our after-school program. The role involves assisting in daily activities, maintaining individual childcare plans, and helping with paperwork and meal service, under supervision of the Program Administrator.

Qualifications include being at least 16 years old and having some experience with children. A pre-employment medical exam and TB test are required.

Qualifications

• Must have some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing and implementing daily activities.
• Assist in assuring individual childcare plans are being followed adequately. Confer with Program Coordinator immediately if concerns arise pertaining to a child’s condition or needs.
• Assist in completion of necessary paperwork.
• Assist in food preparation, serving and clean-up.
• Clean indoor and outdoor equipment and supplies regularly; assist program participants in Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Assist with program wherever else necessary as indicated by the Program Coordinator.
• Attend staff meetings, parent/staff conferences and any other training meetings deemed necessary by the Program Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Division Director or Designee.

Skills

Childcare experience

Physical stamina

Job description

We have been selected as one of The Washington Post’s 2025 Top Workplaces , a recognition based entirely on feedback from our team members. This award reflects our deep commitment to cultivating a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

We have been selected as one of The Washington Post’s 2025 Top Workplaces , a recognition based entirely on feedback from our team members. This award reflects our deep commitment to cultivating a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking qualified and motivated professionals to join our award-winning team and help us build on this exciting momentum.

For a limited time, all new hires are eligible for benchmark incentive payments totaling up to $1,000.00! Please visit the Employee Benefits page on our website for more details.

Under the supervision of the Program Administrator the Substitute Group Aide is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the after-school program.

WORK PERFORMED

• Assist in planning, preparing and implementing daily activities.
• Assist in assuring individual childcare plans are being followed adequately. Confer with Program Coordinator immediately if concerns arise pertaining to a child’s condition or needs.
• Assist in completion of necessary paperwork.
• Assist in food preparation, serving and clean-up.
• Clean indoor and outdoor equipment and supplies regularly; assist program participants in Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Assist with program wherever else necessary as indicated by the Program Coordinator.
• Attend staff meetings, parent/staff conferences and any other training meetings deemed necessary by the Program Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Division Director or Designee.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must have some experience working with children.
• Must have pre-employment medical exam and TB test.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling and pushing