What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Care Staff position at First Presbyterian Church?
Job Title: Part-Time After School Care Worker
Location: First Presbyterian Day School, Jackson, MS
Position Type: Part-Time (Hours: 2:15PM - 6:00PM, Monday Friday)
Job Summary: First Presbyterian Day School, a Christian elementary school, is seeking a compassionate and responsible Part-Time After School Care Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide safe, nurturing, and fun care for students in grades PK3-6, while creating a positive, Christ-centered environment after regular school hours. This role involves supervising students, leading recreational activities, and helping with homework, all while encouraging the development of social skills and modeling Christian values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and care for students in grades PK3 - 6 during after-school hours.
- Create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment that reflects Christian values.
- Lead and organize activities such as games and outdoor play that promote social, emotional, and spiritual development.
- Assist students with homework and provide support as needed.
- Ensure students safety at all times, both indoors and outdoors, by maintaining vigilance and following established protocols.
- Foster positive relationships with students, encouraging good behavior, kindness, and respect.
- Maintain open communication with Director regarding student behavior, any incidents, and general progress.
- Assist with setting up and cleaning up after activities, ensuring the space is left in order for the next day.
- Help enforce the schools behavior and safety policies while maintaining a loving, Christ-centered atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience working with children, preferably in a school or after-school setting.
- Strong commitment to Christian faith and values, with the ability to integrate these principles into everyday activities.
- Ability to interact positively and constructively with children, parents, and staff.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
