Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs

Washington Montessori Association Inc • Washington, CT

7d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director is a part-time, hourly, childcare leader and serves as the point person for After Care Staff and as the lead for our Lower School Nap Program. This position leads staff on a day to day basis and reports to the Director of Auxiliary programs. The Assistant Director also serves as back-up coverage in our Young Children’s Community, Lower School and Lower Elementary classrooms.

Requirements

• A proficient understanding of positive discipline techniques.
• A familiarity of Montessori principles and practices.
• Knowledge of childcare best practices and risk management.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding scheduling hourly employees
• Group and classroom management skills.
• Staff Mentoring and Coaching Skills
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification (training provided and required by the school).
• Coaching and sports facilitation.
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively as part of a team of professionals.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible in a busy and sometimes unpredictable environment.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and high energy level throughout the program period
• Reliable transportation to and from the school each afternoon assigned to work.
• Physical ability to participate in active games and outdoor activities, including standing, walking, running, and lifting light equipment.

Responsibilities

• Effectively lead and manage After Care staff
• Manage end-of-school day classroom pick-ups and deliveries to the Community Room.
• Organize staff for extra out-of-school childcare events
• Organize the Lower School Nap Program, including staffing and parent communications
• Provide coverage for lunches, recesses, and teacher breaks in the larger school
• Upkeep and organization of the Community Room
• Manage EOD dismissal to parents/caregivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed