Teacher's Assistant (AS)
26 days ago
Englewood
Job Description POSITION: AFTER-SCHOOL TEACHER’S ASSISTANT REPORTS TO: LEAD TEACHER & AFTER-SCHOOL SITE DIRECTOR LOCATION: Englewood, NJ DEPARTMENT: AS Grieco (180.1), AS Quarles (180.3), AS McCloud (180.5) FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt SUMMARY OF POSITION The After-School Teacher's Assistant supports the delivery of a safe, nurturing, and engaging after-school program for children. This position assists with daily activities, homework support, structured play, snacks, transitions, and classroom routines while helping maintain a positive and inclusive environment. The Teacher's Assistant works collaboratively with the Site Director and program staff to support children's social, emotional, and educational development. The Teacher's Assistant helps create a safe and supportive environment where children can learn, play, build relationships, and develop confidence after the school day. Through consistent supervision, positive interactions, and hands-on support, this role contributes to a high-quality after-school experience for children and families. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Program Operations / Service Delivery • Supervise and actively engage children during after-school programming., • Assist with age-appropriate educational, enrichment, recreational, and structured play activities., • Support children with homework and other school-related activities as directed., • Assist with snack distribution, transitions, and daily program routines., • Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program environment., • Follow established schedules, lesson plans, routines, and program guidelines., • Encourage positive behavior and support children's social-emotional development., • Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all children. Leadership & Supervision • Maintain appropriate supervision of children at all times and follow required staff-to-child ratios., • Support the Lead Teacher and Site Director in implementing daily program activities and routines., • Assist with behavior management and conflict resolution using positive, age-appropriate strategies., • Follow all staff direction and established program procedures., • Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development as assigned. Compliance & Documentation • Follow all applicable New Jersey licensing requirements, Bergen Family Center policies, and program procedures., • Complete required documentation and communicate concerns regarding children's safety, behavior, or well-being to the appropriate supervisor., • Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and agency information., • Follow all health, safety, emergency, and child supervision procedures. Family/Client Engagement • Interact with children, parents, guardians, and caregivers in a respectful and professional manner., • Communicate relevant information regarding children's participation or needs to the appropriate supervisor or staff member., • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children and families. Collaboration & Communication • Work cooperatively with Teachers, Site Directors, and other program staff., • Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and supervisors., • Demonstrate dependability, patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude., • Support Bergen Family Center's mission, values, policies, and commitment to strengthening families and communities., • Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education • High school diploma or equivalent preferred., • Current enrollment in high school or a post-secondary program may be considered based on applicable licensing requirements. Experience • Previous experience working with children preferred., • Experience in childcare, education, recreation, or after-school programming is a plus. Certifications/Licenses • Must meet applicable New Jersey School-Age Child Care (SACC) licensing requirements., • Must successfully complete all required background checks and clearances., • Additional certifications or training may be required based on program and licensing requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Work is primarily performed in a school, classroom, recreation, and/or community-based after-school environment., • Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the program space., • May participate in indoor and outdoor activities and recreational programming., • Ability to actively supervise children and respond appropriately to safety or emergency situations., • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, as required by program needs., • Work may involve exposure to typical classroom, playground, and outdoor environmental conditions. WORK SCHEDULE • Employment Status: Part-Time, • Hours per Week: 17.5 hours, • Typically scheduled Monday through Friday during weekday afternoon after-school program hours., • Schedule and hours may vary based on program needs, school schedules, enrollment, and site requirements., • Occasional additional hours may be required for staff meetings, professional development, special events, or program activities. COMPENSATION • Hourly Rate: $18, • Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications., • Eligible for professional development opportunities and required organizational training.