- Junior
- Bureau à Milwaukee
General Summary: Provide developmental care and supervision to children in the USM After School Program to provide enrichment opportunities. Implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum for children while establishing and maintaining positive relationships with children and parents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide continuous supervision to children enrolled in the After-School Program while ensuring their health, safety, and well-being. Interact with children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing.
- Maintain the facilities in a clean, orderly, and safe condition; set up rooms and areas for various activities such as snack times, naps, games, etc.
- Play with children.
- Record daily observations for each child, including specific information pertaining to each child for that day.
- Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including soiled clothing, washing hands, and assisting in toileting.
- Serve as a resource in the After-School Program as a whole.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work collaboratively with others and maintain positive professional relationships
- Affinity to work and relate with school-aged children
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills; capable of using tact and diplomacy in dealing with others
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong degree of self- direction and motivation
- Ability to be flexible and multi-task
- High level of maturity, confidentiality, and assertiveness
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- AED & First Aide Certification preferred
- Some experience working with school-aged children preferred
