Parker PM Extended Day and Kindergarten Support Staff (Late-August through Early-June)

Francis W. Parker School•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Francis W. Parker School, a JK-12th grade independent day school founded in 1901, is seeking a talented and motivated individual for the Parker PM Extended Day and Kindergarten Support Staff position. This role primarily supports the Extended Day Programs and collaborates with Kindergarten teams for mid-day support and special afternoon projects. The Extended Day Staff ensure children are safe, happy, and engaged by providing activities and supervision, and by facilitating a positive transition from the school day to the afterschool environment. This position operates from late August through early June, with work hours from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, following the school calendar. The role reports to the Director of Parker PM.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (or currently pursuing Bachelor's with at least two (2) years completed toward degree).
Experience working with young children strongly preferred.
Interest in the learning and developmental experiences of very young children.
Ability to interact well with preschool and elementary age students, as well as faculty, staff, administration, and parents.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement student workshop time for Mid-day Senior Kindergarten duties.
Supervise lunch and recess for Senior Kindergarten students.
Provide general support to the SK classroom.
Set up and clean up classrooms daily.
Plan, prepare, and implement daily activities for children.
Communicate daily with parents, faculty, and school staff.
Collaborate with Kindergarten teams to identify projects based on student and class needs.
Monitor daily after school attendance.
Supervise recreational time indoors and outdoors.
Resolve conflicts as needed.
Support student arrival and dismissal procedures.
Attend regular Extended Day Staff meetings.
Attend Kindergarten and Lower School meetings and certain professional development activities.
Supervise students during full-day programs ('Days-Off').
Perform other duties as assigned.