Japanese Saturday School Monitor

Kennedy International School•New York, NY

2d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy International School is seeking a part-time Monitor for its Saturday Japanese School Program. The ideal candidate will offer a supportive and encouraging presence, demonstrating a growth mindset and a genuine enjoyment of working with students. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe, welcoming, and smoothly operating environment for nursery to elementary students during the Saturday program. The Monitor will interface primarily with students, teachers, staff, and administrators, ensuring the well-being and smooth operation of the Lower School campus.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Japanese fluency required
One year of monitoring and facilitating students, implementing school lunch and recess routines and processes, or relevant work experience in a school
A strong work ethic and ability to work effectively with students, school administrators, teachers, and staff
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
At ease with and communicates well with primary school students
A demonstrated capacity for collaboration, consistency and reliability, and calm composure under pressure
Background check clearance is required to work at Kennedy International School

Nice To Haves

High levels of professionalism and dedication to helping students grow and learn in an innovative educational setting highly preferred
Possesses a growth mindset and an innate joy in serving families and students

Responsibilities

Serve as a key support staff member for PE (physical education) hours.
Monitor incoming/outgoing traffic and interactions with a keen eye for potential issues in order to protect the well-being of students, staff, and the sanctity of the educational environment.
Coordinate the efficient and safe movement of students during arrival and dismissal of lunch and recess hours, including aiding in hallway management.
Create a positive and welcoming environment to our students by ensuring lunch and recess spaces are clean, welcoming, and informative.
Support students’ positive behavior by enforcing school wide rules to make sure the Lower School operations are running smoothly.
Participate in facilitating and overseeing students’ health, safety, and behavior in indoor and outdoor settings throughout the school year.
Contribute to the school’s seamless operation by maintaining open and proactive communication with faculty and staff.
Provide general support and related work as required.