Aftercare Assistant

Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School • Baltimore, MD

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Beth Tfiloh Preschool is looking for an aftercare assistant for our preschool for the hours of 1:00-5:00pm Monday-Friday. In this position the individual provides flexible teaching, and caregiving across all preschool classrooms. They step in to maintain required teacher-to-child ratios, cover staff breaks, and ensure a safe, engaging learning environment for children aged 2 to 5.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 1 year working with children in a licensed childcare facility or preschool setting.
• Ability to pass a mandatory state criminal background check and fingerprinting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma required

Nice To Haves

• CDA (Child Development Associate) credentials preferred.
• coursework or credentials in early childhood education a plus.

Responsibilities

• Care for children ages 2-5 years of age
• Build positive relationships with parents. Making them feel comfortable they are leaving their children with reliable childcare providers
• Always keep the safety and well-being of the children their main priority. Working in collaboration with other staff to keep the rooms and toys clean.
• Implement activities given by lead after care coordinator. These may include crafts, projects, or movement activities/games.
• Communicate positively with students and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and school events as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned by Director

Benefits

• Paid Sick leave in accordance with state and local laws.
• 2 personal days
• Major Jewish Holiday and federal holidays off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with cost sharing
• 403B retirement options
• Supplemental benefits
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Long term and Short term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED