Career Center

After Care Assistant

Open Window School is looking for one person to join our after-school program for the 2022-23 school year (August 23, 2022- June 21, 2023).  We encourage you to apply if you love working with school-age children and have energy, attention to detail, empathy, flexibility, initiative, the ability to collaborate, and have a commitment to teamwork.  To be successful, you will enjoy working with students of various ages, maintain regular attendance, be punctual, and dependable.  You will report to the Auxiliary Programs Director.

Requirements include:

• Experience working with elementary school students (preferred)
• Well qualified candidates will have completed courses towards earning, or have earned, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the after-school care program for Kindergarten through Fourth Grade students.

• Ensuring that there is a diverse group of activities for students to choose from.
• Providing After-School Program Coordinator with regular feedback regarding students in the program.
• Acting as a liaison with parents.
• Supervise student play outside in various kinds of weather.
• Working with the After-School Program Coordinator in ordering supplies for the After Care Program.
• Planning daily snacks and monitoring supply.
• Organizing and maintaining the After Care areas.
• Following behavioral and safety policies in alignment with school policies.
• Working with the After-School Program Coordinator and Auxiliary Programs Director to ensure all components of the after-school program follow appropriate school guidelines.

School-Wide Expectations:

• Build students’ confidence and self-esteem as you come to know them as learners and individuals.
• Practice and model respect for individual differences.
• Encourage the development of shared community values, such as honesty, kindness and respect.
• Maintain a cordial, flexible, and professional relationship with colleagues and Open Window parents.

• Maintain current First Aid/CPR qualifications (Open Window will pay for training).

Schedule and Hours:

            Monday – Friday, 3:00- 6:00* PM = 15 hours per week

*may occasionally require staying later if a parent is late to pick up their child

Start Date:       August 23, 2022

Compensation:

This is a non-exempt position. Compensation will be $23 per hour.

Important Note: As stated in Governor’s Proclamation 21-14, all employees engaging in work at a private or public school are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your hire date. Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Human Resources Manager after an employment offer has been extended and accepted. Please reach out to Human Resources at hr@ows.org if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your resume, and answers to the Diversity Commitment Questions below. Applicants must submit an answer to both of the following Diversity Commitment Questions as a single word or pdf document:

• How would you define diversity?
• Describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your current or prior job. If necessary, candidates can draw upon their experience in community organizations if professional experience is limited.

Please be prepared to provide 3-5 professional references and one personal reference if requested. If you are unable to apply online, you are welcome to fax your resume, cover letter, and answers to the Diversity Commitment Questions to 425-644-6320.

Open Window School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, or other status legally protected by local, state, or federal law.