Before and After School Program Worker

Amherst County School District • Amherst, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs human support work by supervising students and providing structured care before and after regular school hours. Helps maintain a safe, orderly, and supportive program environment. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of an assigned supervisor, with related duties performed as apparent or assigned.

The program operates on regular school days when students are present in the building. Morning program hours are 6:15–8:45 a.m., with student participation from 6:30–8:40 a.m. On two-hour delay days, the morning program opens two hours later than usual. Afternoon program hours are 3:15–6:00 p.m., with student participation from 3:45–6:00 p.m. The program does not operate on days when students are not in the building or on early-dismissal days. Daily enrollment typically ranges from 5 to 10 students.

The position has a 10-month contract period and is worked on school instructional days only. A high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of experience, is required; a higher level of education is preferred. CPR/First Aid certification is listed under licenses/endorsements.

Requirements

• Ability to supervise and engage students in a safe, supportive manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, program procedures, and emergency directions.
• Ability to recognize and properly report situations requiring attention.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with students, families, school staff, and the public.
• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

• A higher level of education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students enrolled in the before- and after-school program and maintain appropriate student-to-staff supervision.
• Support structured activities and help students follow program routines and expectations.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and transitions, and follow procedures for releasing students to authorized individuals.
• Maintain attendance and communicate student-related concerns to the assigned supervisor.
• Ensure program spaces are safe and orderly; promptly report accidents, incidents, hazards, or other concerns.
• Communicate respectfully with students, families, school staff, and visitors.
• Follow school and program rules, emergency procedures, and applicable student-safety practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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