Before Care / After Care Assistant

Job Details

Job Location

International School of Denver - Denver, CO

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$25.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Description

International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-G8, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website.

Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school's operations, they must also embody the school's values and believe in the school's mission :

ISDenver Values : Diversity, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Perseverance

ISDenver Mission : Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Position Summary : This role also functions as the central information hub for the division(s) and often as an ambassador / liaison to division constituents and the school. Helping to keep the division organized and ensure divisions are able to deliver on the mission of ISDenver is critically important.

Duties & Responsibilities :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people of color and people who do not identify as cisgender men are less likely to apply to jobs unless their experience specifically matches the qualifications. At ISDenver we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the candidate we are looking for!

Monitor, observe and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.

Supervise children at all times, ensuring well-being and safety.

Check program equipment and make sure it is safe and adequate before the program starts.

Conducts a progressive, challenging program for youth.

Works productively and consistently with After School Program Supervisor, After School Program Teachers, parent, youth, and community.

Maintains order and procedures during activities; e.g. classroom, gym, playground, etc.

Attends designated orientations and in-services.

Maintain supplies inventory as necessary.

Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.

Maintain attendance records and make sure the children are signed out and released to authorized adult.

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.

Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Personal Characteristics we are looking for :

We are looking for people who support our mission and values and want to join us in creating a nurturing, supportive, and caring environment for our students. We take great pride in how much our students love to be at our school and with our staff; a true desire to create an environment where our students are known and cared for is imperative for any candidate. Being kind, compassionate, and open-minded and having a team-first mentality are characteristics integral for anyone joining our community.

Computer literate specifically in Google suites of products.

Excellent writing, speaking, personal interaction, and customer service skills

Ability to implement of principles and practices records management and general administration

Strong organizational and time management skills

Deadline- and detail-oriented in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Able to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely fashion

A positive and collaborative team player

Ability to communicate effectively

A life-long learner who enhances his / her skills, using state-of-the-art technologies to maintain high standards of performance

Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to, computers, telephone systems, scanners, copiers and facsimile machines

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to exercise sound judgment

Minimum Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience :

At least one (2) years experience in general office responsibilities and procedures

Bachelor's degree, preferred

Must be computer literate; Examples - database navigation, Google and MS Office applications

English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.

Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Eagerness to engage with co-curricular, extra-curricular, school community, and PTO activities that promote the school's programs and reputation

Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures

Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate

Professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and an ability to exercise sound judgment and analytical and problem solving skills

Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds

Occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms and see, talk and hear

The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel

Location and Schedule : Expected work hours are 7 : 15-8 : 15am and / or 3 : 30pm-5 : 30pm. This job does not have remote work flexibility.

Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information here. Benefits eligibility is dependent of your FTE) :

Generous Time Off :

Paid leave for all full-time staff : Thanksgiving break (3 days), winter break (2 weeks), 4th of july week (1 week)

Faculty : summer break (~ 2 months), October, February, and April breaks (1 week each), 6 days FTO (prorated for part-time positions)

Year Round Administrative staff : FTO accrued starting first day of work, 20 days FTO / year as base FTO

FTO encompasses most time off such as sick, personal, and vacation time

Cigna Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with significant school contribution to Medical and Dental

Employer-paid Life, Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D

Supplemental insurance available through Colonial

Employer contribution to 401k regardless of employee participation

Partial tuition remission and discounted co-curricular clubs for children enrolled at ISDenver

Discounted summer and break camps for children of full-time staff (ISDenver enrollment not required)

J-1 visa sponsorship

Relocation allowance

Free daily lunch

Professional Development opportunities

Staff appreciation and cultural celebration events

• ...and more!

Salary Range : $25 / hr

Interviews : Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly. Interviews may be conducted in person, by telephone or via video conferencing. Only applicants to be invited for an interview will be contacted; no phone calls or emails, please. ISDenver does not consider nor save information sent for non-posted positions.

Notes :

Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment. Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

ISDenver celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and people from other historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ISDenver is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.