Extended Day Assistant Teacher (SY26-27)
About The Position
Watertown Community Education is a self-sustaining program of the Watertown Public Schools that provides quality enrichment programs and courses for children, adults, and families. Watertown Community Education is currently hiring for various open positions supporting the Extended Day Programs at the Cunniff, Hosmer, and Lowell schools. The Extended Day Program provides a safe, nurturing environment after school for children in kindergarten through Grade 5 from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM daily. Activities are provided that challenge each child to explore, discover, create, and grow.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- At least six months of experience working with school-age children is preferred
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree, or coursework toward a degree is preferred, not required
Responsibilities
- Work with Extended Day Lead Teachers and the program site coordinator to provide clear, age-appropriate expectations for children to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable experience during the program.
- Actively supervise students during outside play, snack, gym, homebase, and other program activities.
- Use positive guidance and reinforcement techniques to support students.
- Model and teach age-appropriate peer conflict resolution skills and techniques to students.
- Engage and interact appropriately with students, set age-appropriate expectations, and work with program leaders to support and include all students by meeting and supporting students’ individual strengths and needs.
- Ensure proper use of and care for program spaces and all materials/equipment belonging to the program and/or school. This includes daily cleaning tasks such as wiping down tables, pushing in chairs, and returning program materials to dedicated storage areas.
- Assist the Lead Teachers in maintaining a daily attendance log of all students.
- Follow safety policies and procedures.
- May be required to support at other Extended Day Program site locations based on program needs, staffing, and/or enrollment.
- Other duties as assigned by the Extended Day Program Extended Day Site Coordinator, and/or Assistant Director or Director of Community Education.
- The position may require extra hours for planning and/or participating in family and program events.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for up to $1,000.00 in bonus and/or stipend pay if specific criteria are met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
