What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Extended Day position at Washington Episcopal School?
Washington Episcopal School (WES) seeks a Director of Extended Day and Classroom Support person. This is a full-time salaried exempt position with benefits, with a work schedule of 10 am - 6pm.
Extended Day is offered for grades PK3 – Grade 8 after school Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 6:00 and Friday from 2:30 – 6:00. The mission of the program is to provide a joyful and engaging environment for students as they spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks, activities, and games and work on assignments in a safe, enriching extended day experience for students at WES.
When not directing Extended Day, the successful candidate will be supporting teachers in classrooms and with duties outside of the classroom.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the Extended Day program
- Plan and prepare daily activities and opportunities that encourage joy, curiosity, and exploration
- Facilitate study halls, provide academic support, and reinforce time management and study skills
- Manage and maintain Extended Day data management software (CampBrain)
- Provide effective communication with parents, both in person and digitally
- Manage a team of assistants and coordinate their hours
- Assist as a substitute teacher and with recess, lunch and other duties as needed
- Manage a program budget; order supplies and snack food as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Successful experience working with children in various ages
- Be a kind and caring adult in the students’ lives
- A high level of energy and initiative along with a positive disposition
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Washington Episcopal School (WES) is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.
WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.
