After School Aide

The Academy•Westminster, CO

20h•$15•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy is currently hiring After School Aides. The Academy of Charter Schools Is… The Academy of Charter Schools is a public PK-12 school of choice located in Westminster, Colorado. We pair a rigorous, content-rich curriculum with opportunities to explore strengths and passions to achieve the highest standards for all. Our mission is to help all students grow into college ready, exemplary citizens by combining academic mastery with personal empowerment to drive lifelong success. We serve our full community by intentionally developing a school culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our approach to vertically aligning the full educational experience for our students from youngest to oldest centers around three notions – Prepare, Explore, and Empower – that keep us grounded in The Academy’s mission and vision as we set priorities and make decisions that impact instruction and school culture. Academy Employees Are… At The Academy, employees embody our mission, vision, and values every day. They guide and support staff to prepare students for academic mastery by delivering evidence-based curricula; they collaborate with students, staff, and families to design student-centered learning experiences that create opportunities to explore strengths and passions; and they support the implementation of social-emotional skills lessons that empower students to become leaders of their own learning. Academy employees work hard to provide an engaging, inclusive, and joyful learning environment. They embrace relationships and positive communication with a diverse community of students, staff, and families while helping maintain a culture of high expectations for all. Experience in school environments, strong people skills, and ability to work within a team is required. What Makes a Good Academy Employee? The Academy is looking for committed leaders who are prepared to perform at a high level in a demanding environment. Some of the characteristics that make for a successful employee at The Academy include: A people-first, relationship-focused orientation A growth mindset A belief that ALL children can achieve at high levels A passion for contributing to overall school success by working alongside and supporting others A creative, innovative, and caring attitude A spirit of openness, trust, and kindness A dedication to data-driven practices A highly motivated work ethic and willingness to tackle challenges Comfort with being flexible A sense of humor At The Academy, we know that diversity makes us stronger and challenges us to think differently every day. The Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The online application should include a cover letter and resume. Copy of two current letters of recommendation are highly recommended but not required with initial application Pay is $15.00 per hour Must be 16-years old Work hours are Monday through Friday, minimum 3-hour shift starting as early as 2:30 pm, working until 6:00 pm during the school year This position is year round, and additional work hours will be available to cover school breaks including the summer PERA Retirement Benefits Experience preferred but not required Responsibility to verify experience rests with employee Visit our website at www.theacademyk12.org. The Academy’s comprehensive benefits package includes a number of different plans for full-time employees. Refer to Employee Benefits Enrollment Guide for details at https://www.theacademyk12.org/about-us/working-for-us. Information on employee paid leave is also available at this same location. SUMMARY: Responsible to assist After School Program leaders to lead and supervise children during childcare, education, and recreational activities and during field trips. Duties include providing direction, guidance and assistance to students; effectively handling student discipline situations; ensuring student safety and security; communicating with parents, staff, teachers, Program Supervisor or Site Leader; opening, closing and securing school building; preparing snacks; and cleaning student areas; recording attendance; assisting sick or injured students; and creating new activities.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must be qualified based on the Department of Human Services regulations.
Criminal background check required for hire prior to working with children
Current CPR/First Aid Certification required prior to working with children
Standard precautions certification prior to working with children
Must have a current physical before starting work
Must complete current state required annual continuing education
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Authorizes policies and building and department procedures.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
Operating knowledge of information technology systems and any other department specific software and equipment required within one month after entering position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in school environments, strong people skills, and ability to work within a team is required.
Experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist Program Supervisor, Site Leader or Group Leaders to care for, actively supervise, guide and assist students during childcare, crafts, art projects, games and other educational activities to provide developmental stimulation and meet the children’s needs.
Actively monitor student behavior during activities, effectively handle student discipline situations and encourage and support positive behavior.
Assist Program Supervisor, Site Leader or Group Leaders to observe the children and monitor the security of the building at all times to ensure the children’s health and safety.
Provide general First Aid when needed.
Assist and creating interesting activities that ensure participation of students.
Assist Program Supervisor, Site Leader or Group Leaders to communicate with parents, staff, and teachers regarding child behavior or program information.
Record attendance and contact parents regarding absent students.
Assist Program Supervisor, Site Leader or Group Leaders to open and close school building and secure school building at the end of the program by locking doors and turning off lights.
Assist Program Supervisor, Site Leader or Group Leaders to prepare snacks and clean the activity and kitchen areas after use.
Assist in accurately accounting for all the children in the program.
Perform other duties as assigned.