About the Role
The Aftercare Assistant at Paragon Prep is a vital position designed for individuals passionate about child development and dedicated to enriching the after-school experience of young learners. This part-time role involves supervising students in the aftercare program, facilitating various activities including homework help, creative arts, and indoor/outdoor play, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment beyond school hours.
Responsibilities
- Supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Assist students with homework and educational activities, providing guidance and supervision.
- Plan and execute engaging after-school activities, including arts and crafts, games, and outdoor play.
- Collaborate with the school team to enhance the student experience and foster a positive learning environment.
Requirements
- Able to work everyday Monday-Friday from 2-6pm.
- The ability to pass state and federal background checks.
- Frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language.
- Often carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend.
- Regularly hear and use clear vision with or without correction.
Skills
- Positive demeanor
- Energetic demeanor
- Patient demeanor
- Strong communication skills
- Team-oriented approach
Location
- 7944 Great Northern Boulevard, Austin, TX 78757
Work Type
- Part-time
- 20 hours per week
Experience Level
- Previous experience working with children is preferred.
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive pay range
Benefits
- Employee referral bonus
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
About the Company
- Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school.
- The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.
- Paragon Prep has delivered a rigorous and nurturing environment to students PK-8th grade since 1997.
- Graduates are ready for the honors program of any high school and participate in athletics, academic competitions, robotics, and community service projects.
- Paragon delivers a first-rate education in a small setting for students who are excited about learning.
- Beyond mastering the most challenging curriculum in the area and the opportunity to earn up to five high school credits, students at Paragon Prep have the chance to excel in competitive sports and explore a wide array of electives, enriching their educational journey.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
- The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.
