An After-School Assistant will assist in building a nurturing and safe learning environment for children by being responsible for supervising students in various settings during unstructured times. Under the direction and supervision of the Grammar School Assistant Director and Grammar School Social Worker, the Assistant is responsible for setting up materials and supervising after school groups. The ideal candidate must enjoy working with children and treat all children with dignity and respect. To excel in this role, the candidate must be flexible, attentive, and willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the CGPS’s program and philosophy.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee and supervise unstructured play during after school hours
Provide data on students and document observations about student behavior
Communicate proactively and professionally about students with teaching and non-teaching staff bearing in mind the impact of confidentiality regarding vulnerable persons
Support the school’s culture and practices for inclusion
Conduct all work activities in a professional manner
Demonstrate commitment to working in a school community
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with CGPS’s mission and values
Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem-solving skills
Hard-working, energetic, reflective, and willing to learn and adapt
WORK HOURS
Monday - Friday: 2:45 pm - 5:45 pm
COMPENSATION
Salary Range for this position: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).
About The Birch Wathen Lenox School
Birch Wathen Lenox is an independent, non-profit, non-sectarian, college preparatory school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. With an enrollment of 325 students in kindergarten through 12th grade, the school fosters an empowering environment where students become critical thinkers and lifelong learners, prepared for success in college and beyond. For the past two years, BWL has been on an exciting transformational journey. Under the leadership of its dynamic new Head of School, the school’s rigorous college preparatory curriculum has been energized by innovative programs in entrepreneurship, environmental science, robotics, and independent study projects. BWL is also partnering with leading educational institutions and innovators to build a culture and curriculum that educates the whole student. BWL’s College Office is a key part of the school’s resurgence.