Auxiliary Programs Assistant, Sidwell Friends School, Washington, DC
Sidwell Friends School -
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Washington, DC,
US
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Auxiliary Programs Assistant
Date Posted: 2024-04-23
Job description
Sidwell Friends, a coeducational Quaker day school, seeks part-time programs assistants on the Washington, DC and Bethesda, MD campus.
The Auxiliary Programs Assistant will be responsible for supporting the various programs offered at Sidwell Friends School, including the Extended Day Program, after-school enrichment workshops, and other administrative tasks. This is a part-time position, and the Assistant will work at the assigned campus with a specific schedule provided.
Available Schedules:
Schedule 1:
35 hours per week, hours are 11:00am - 6:00pm, workday begins on the DC campus and ends on the Bethesda campus
Schedule 2:
25 hours per week, hours are 1:00pm - 6:00pm, work location is Bethesda campus.
Responsibilities:
Extended Day Program:
Interact with children to facilitate play, exploration, and learning
Plan and implement activities in compliance with health and safety protocols
Meet the individual needs of each child
Participate in staff and training meetings
Set age-appropriate expectations for behavior
Maintain professional communication with parents and colleagues
Promote teamwork among staff members
Shuttle Bus:
Coordinate the afternoon shuttle bus, including acting as a monitor
Provide supervision for participants before and after shuttle rides
Engage in conversations with participants and families
Manage attendance lists and communicate any schedule changes or behavior issues
Administrative Tasks and Additional Responsibilities:
Assist with special events and developmental programs
Communicate with families through phone calls and emails
Process payments and reimbursements
Support Fox Den Pop Up Events, including setup, sales assistance, and customer interaction
Qualifications:
Minimum of 1-year related work experience
Prior experience or interest in working with children and families in an after-school or camp environment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, in-person, over the phone, and via email
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks, lift boxes/materials up to 30 pounds and stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time
Ability to travel between campuses if needed
Successful candidates must be 21 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma, and have prior experience working with children. Effective communication, flexibility, patience, a sense of humor, and a genuine passion for working with young children and their families are important. Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required, with the opportunity to complete the course upon hire. Background checks will be conducted as part of the hiring process.