Pre-Kindergarten Extended Day Associate

The Pre- Kindergarten Extended Day Associate will be primarily involved in working with Pre- Kindergarten students most of the day. They will also lead students in activities and games during recess/lunch and after school, prepare for after-school activities/projects, and guide students with healthy food choices. Supervise students while eating during recess/lunch, clean up during recess, and making certain students’ play time is safe and inclusive. Monitor the proper use of recess equipment, help students develop social-emotional awareness, and assist students with conflict resolution. Will maintain effective communication with co-workers, teachers, students, parents, administration, and document incident reports in a clear and concise manner. 

Reports To:  Director of Extended Day & Summer Programs 

Job Type:  On-Site, Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt 

Compensation:   $22 - $28 per hour 

Benefits: 

• Kaiser, UHC Health plans with school contribution up to 90%, dependent coverage up to 25% 
• Guardian Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Short/Long Term Disability, covered by school 
• Retirement 401K plan with school contribution of 6% 
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account for healthcare) with school match up to $1000 
• Additional FSA-Dependent Care, Specified Disease, Hospital Confinement, Whole Life available 
• Paid Vacation/Personal Days, paid Holidays, paid School Breaks, Sick Leave with rollover hours 
• Partial tuition remission is available  
• Years of service bonus 
• Paid professional development and continuing education 

Responsibilities and Duties: these are not written to be all inclusive nor limited to - 

• Assist in the classroom with Pre-School students most of the day and assisting with activities and recess.
• Using technology to register students in and out of extended day programming daily
• Develop and implement daily activities focusing on language arts, math, games, and technology where developmentally appropriate
• Provided teaching that motivates students to participate and instill enthusiasm for learning, exploration, and creativity
• Bring to and pick up students from their onsite After School Enrichment courses in a timely manner  
• Help with snack time distribution of food
• Assure that all students have a safe experience during extended day programming
• Maintain effective communication with co-workers, students, parents, and administration
• Run an enrichment class in extended or help inside the classroom when assistance is needed throughout the day 

Additional Duties 

• Participate in parent-teacher and student conferences  
• Attend school chapel, committees, meetings, and other internal school functions 
• Participate in and help support, Back to School Nights, Open Houses, Graduation and Admissions Events, as scheduled on weekdays and weekends 
• Chaperone student field trips; some overnight 
• Engage in ongoing professional development experiences, including out of the area opportunities, throughout the calendar year (including summer) as directed and supported by the administration  
• Other related duties assigned by Supervisor 

Qualifications: 

• 12 units of Early Childhood Education from an accredited College or University required
• 2-3 years of Pre- Kindergarten/Childcare experience preferred and prioritized for consideration
• Proof of immunization of measles, pertussis and influenza
• Eligibility to work in the USA; we are unable to provide sponsorship 
• Pass background check through Dept of Social Services, pass health screening and provide TB clearance/ risk assessment. 
• Current Bloodborne Pathogens, Childcare Provider Mandated Reporter Certification, Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certifications or able to attain within the first 2 months of employment

Skills and Characteristics: 

• Reading, writing, speaking, listening, basic mathematics
• Desires a highly collaborative work environment
• Values innovation and creativity
• Growth mindset
• Conflict resolution
• Good sense of humor
• Passion for interacting with students in and outside of the classroom 
• Positive team player, ready to contribute as needed
• Ability to use technology to enhance the classroom experience
• Motivation to use a range of resources that represent diverse cultures, experiences and viewpoints 

Equipment / Materials: 

• Apple/Mac and iOS environment with laptop and similar devices, and accessories
• Google Suite cloud applications
• Integration of technology into classroom, presentation electronics, software, and accessories
• Operate standard office equipment including copier, postage machine, laminator

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to visually monitor the room/outdoor areas and students
• Prolong standing up to and above 80% of time. Includes sitting, squatting, reaching, and kneeling
• Climb stairs and navigate sloping terrain 
• Ability to move equipment/boxes and ability to lift up to 25lbs.  

Work Environment: 

• Navigate 10 acres of land with multi surfaces, multi-level with transitions 
• Surfaces including wood, linoleum, grass, concrete, dirt, gravel
• Sustain loud noises for a minimum of 50% of time depending on activities
• Sustain indoor artificial lighting for 80% of time or higher depending on activities, backlit monitors 
• Able to handle outdoor weather including bright sun to rain, and temperature from cold to hot