Aftercare Attendant: grades prek-5th

Greenhills School•Ann Arbor, MI

153d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenhills has an opening for an Aftercare Attendant at the current Summers-Knoll campus for the 2025-26 school year. In March 2025, Greenhills School formally acquired Summers-Knoll School to be redesigned and launched as the Greenhills lower school (grades PreK-5) beginning Fall 2026. For the school year 2025-26 at the current Summers-Knoll campus, we seek compassionate and responsible adults to serve as aftercare attendants in our after school program. The after school program includes children from preschool to grade 5 organized into small groups by age.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years or older.
Maintain current CPR/First-Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens certification (provided during training).
Provide a statement of health from a medical physician verifying you are physically fit to work; this must include a clean TB test.
Must enjoy being outdoors, the majority of time is spent outside in varying weather.
Must be available to work Mondays - Fridays, 2:45 - 6:15 pm, preferably five days a week.
Must pass a criminal background check. All prospective employees undergo fingerprint background checks through the FBI and the state police. Contracts are not binding unless screening results are acceptable to Greenhills/Summers-Knoll School.
Ideally, candidates will be able to work the complete academic year from September through early June.
Ability to lift and carry children up to 40 pounds as needed
Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching to assist children at their level
Ability to sit on the floor and get up and down throughout the day
Stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time, including outdoor supervision
Ability to react quickly in emergency situations (e.g., running, lifting, guiding children to safety)
Sufficient vision and hearing to monitor and respond to children's needs and activities
Capacity to perform light cleaning duties, such as wiping surfaces or tidying play areas
Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Summers-Knoll/Greenhills School property is a tobacco-free environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Ideally, candidates will be able to work the complete academic year from September through early June.

Responsibilities

Supervise and engage children ages 3–11 in age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities at the Summers-Knoll campus from the hours of 2:45pm-6:15pm Monday-Friday.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.
Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment.
Implement behavior guidance in alignment with school policies.
Support children's emotional and social development through positive interactions.
Communicate promptly with school staff regarding any concerns or incidents.
Follow all safety, emergency, and health procedures diligently.
Promote inclusion, cooperation, and respect among all children.
Supervise a supportive and safe environment for small cohorts of children after school.
Keep their supplies and area clean and organized.
Interact with parents/caregivers during pickup time.
Attend quarterly paid training.