Temporary Part-time Assistant for Middle School Homework Club

Princeton Day School; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Part-time Assistant for the Middle School Homework Club from January 4, 2027 through June 8, 2027. The role focuses on maintaining a safe environment, assisting with homework, and managing student pickup after school.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children aged 4–14, work well with staff and parents, and be capable of independent, responsible teamwork in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in working with children ages 4-11 and/or 10-14.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions clearly.
• Willingness to assist with homework and manage pickup.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and orderly environment for after-school students.
• Assist in implementing after-school care programs with groups of varying sizes.
• Help children with homework and manage after-school pickup, including answering the cell phone.
• Support children in a school setting during after-school hours.

Skills

Child supervision

Group management

Homework assistance

Job description

Princeton Day School is seeking Temporary Part-time Assistant for Middle School Homework Club from January 4, 2027 through June 8, 2027.

For This Position, The Ideal Candidate Is Expected To

• Ensure a safe and orderly environment for our after-school students.
• Assist the Director/Supervisor in the implementation of the after-school care programs including effective management of large groups, small groups and individual children both indoors and outdoors.
• Assist children with homework and manage child pick up. Including answering the after-school cell phone.
• Have experience and/or interest in working with children ages 4-11 and/or 10-14 years.

The Successful Candidate Must Be Able To

• Work independently, understand and carry out oral and written directions clearly and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, and parents.
• Work the following days/hours from September through June:
• Monday through Friday from 3:00-6:00pm (with some flexibility if there are early dismissal days or evening childcare needs, due to events)

Compensation Range

$18.00 an hour (this role is not eligible for benefits)
At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee's contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance. Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS' competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Qualified Candidates Should Submit The Following To Be Considered

• Resume
• Cover Letter