Wakefield Academy - Program Assistant (Before and After School Program)

Wakefield Public Schools  • Wakefield, MA

48d • $26

About The Position

Support the students in our program with various activities, both academic and social-based. Actively engage students in both academic, social skills, and other fun/social-based activities. Assist site coordinators in preparing centers and activities for student engagement in structured and/or free play. Assist site coordinators prior to the start of Academic and/or Enrichment programs. Assist with transitioning students to different activities, schedules, as well as arrival and dismissal.

Requirements

• Must have experience working with Pre-K, elementary, and/or middle school students in an academic setting or extensive experience in a camp and/or extended day program.
• Ability to work with students of varying ages and abilities in a calm and supportive manner.
• PreK staff requirement: the ability to lift children, generally up to 35-50 pounds
• High school diploma required.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates available to work Wakefield Public Schools early release days. They are scheduled for varying Fridays beginning at 12:00pm

Responsibilities

• Support the students in our program with various activities, both academic and social-based.
• Actively engage students in both academic, social skills, and other fun/social-based activities.
• Assist site coordinators in preparing centers and activities for student engagement in structured and/or free play.
• Assist site coordinators prior to the start of Academic and/or Enrichment programs.
• Assist with transitioning students to different activities, schedules, as well as arrival and dismissal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED