Substitute Morning Program Helper - Part-Time

Chester Academy; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Chester Academy in the United States seeks a substitute Morning Program Assistant for two hours daily (6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.). The role involves supervising students and assisting with the morning care program, requiring a positive attitude and experience with children.

Ideal candidates will follow school procedures under administration guidance, demonstrate strong communication, and help maintain a safe, orderly environment before classes begin.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with students during the morning care program
• Support positive behavior and maintain a safe, orderly environment
• Uphold school policies under administration guidance

Skills

Rule following

Positive student relationships

Cooperation with staff

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience with children

Strong communication skills

Job description

Substitute Morning Program Helper - Part-Time JobID: 310

• Position Type: Morning Program/ Substitute Morning Program Helper
• Date Posted: 10/16/2025

POSITION

SUBSTITUTEMorning Program Assistant

Chester Academy is seeking a substitute (2 hours per day)to supervise students and help with our morning care program. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, experience working with children, and have the ability to uphold schoolwide procedures under the guidance of administration.

Essential Job Functions

• Superviseand engage withstudents during the morning care program
• Support positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, orderly environment
• Uphold schoolwide policies and procedures under the guidance of school administration

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out school rules and procedures.
• Ability to establish a positive and supportive relationship with students.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and staff.
• Effective verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working with children
• Strong communication skills

Salary

$18.00 per hour / 2 hours per day (6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.) / as needed and available

About Chester Academy

Chester Academy is a forward thinking, positive school community that embraces continuous growth through collaboration, professional development, and a strong mentor program for new educators and educators new to our district. For more information about Chester Academy and the Chester School District, visit: www.sau82.org.

About the CA Morning Program

The Chester Academy Morning Program is a self-funded initiative designed to support families by offering supervised care before school hours. Participation is open only to students enrolled at Chester Academy (grades K - 8). This program is not part of Chester Academy's educational programming, and, though unlikely, it may be discontinued if enrollment levels drop and tuition revenue is no longer sufficient to support its operation.