After School Care Worker- St. Pius X Catholic School

Part‑time, non‑exempt hourly position.

Summary

Responsible for the supervision of students in the school’s extended care program. Supervise all activities that take place as part of the program and ensure the safety of each child attending the school’s extended care program.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Adheres to safety training and protocols daily, taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well‑being of self and others.
• Protects the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service of the organization (client names, donor information, investigations, financial information, etc.).
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.
• Adopts a solution‑oriented approach, promotes collaboration and commitment to the mission and vision of the organization.
• Differentiates lessons and activities as needed for students of various ages and abilities.
• Prepares and gathers materials and supplies prior to programs daily.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities.
• Assists children with meal/snack time and clean‑up; cleans the site when children depart; inspects and returns supplies; follows cleaning requirements and procedures; ensures site appearance, cleanliness and a safe environment.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and site events as requested.
• Communicates appropriate information to parents.
• Assists in enrollment, recording and submitting daily attendance records, and any other required documents assigned by the site coordinator.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and childcare guidelines proactively, making the safety and care of children the primary focus.
• Builds a positive relationship with each after‑school participant and fosters positive connections between participants.
• Actively engages with children at all times to foster their positive development.
• Interacts professionally and appropriately with children, parents, school staff, community members and partners.
• Effectively manages the assigned group; maintains and enforces the progressive discipline policy.
• Reports observations and incidents (discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) to the site coordinator or school principal.
• Participates in and evaluates the effectiveness of activities and events.
• Actively participates in all aspects of staff or member development, including supervision, team meetings, orientation and training.
• Completes all other relevant programmatic duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma with demonstrated relevant equivalent experience working with school‑age children and/or youth development.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid vehicle insurance.
• Must pass Archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills

• Understand and apply basic child and adolescent development principles.
• Communicate and develop positive relationships with youth.
• Adapt, facilitate and evaluate age‑appropriate activities with and for the group.
• Involve and empower youth.
• Identify potential risk factors in a program environment and take measures to reduce risk.
• Care for, involve and work with families and the community.
• Work as part of a team and demonstrate professionalism.
• Demonstrate the attributes and qualities of a positive role model.
• Interact with and relate to youth in ways that support asset building.
• Be detail‑oriented, organized, self‑motivated; work well independently and on a team.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibit good critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.