Before & After Care Worker
About the role
Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. The organization provides an academically rigorous education that equips students with real‑world readiness for college or career, and is dedicated to closing achievement gaps for students of every background.
Job Purpose: To join a team committed to the mission of Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you.
How You Will Impact Education: This position is highly visible; program assistants must maintain a professional demeanor and provide excellent customer service. You will be expected to resolve conflicts with children and parents, be firm yet friendly, and remain courteous and professional when interacting with parents, children, and coworkers.
Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining an orderly, safe, and pleasant atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations.
- Supervise students during authorized before‑ or after‑school programs in accordance with CSUSA policy and school procedures.
- Follow proper student sign‑in and dismissal procedures for Before Care.
- Follow proper student check‑in and dismissal procedures for After Care.
- Monitor students and observe who enters and leaves the childcare area.
- Pass out snacks.
- Play with students on the playground.
- Tutor and assist students with homework.
- Resolve conflicts with children and parents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or higher education credential.
- Previous experience as a daycare assistant or summer camp counselor (preferred).
- Must like children.
- Commitment to company values.
- CSUSA may consider alternative qualifications it finds appropriate and acceptable.
- No physical exertion required; light work (up to 20 lb occasionally, up to 10 lb frequently as needed).
- Position is exempt from FLSA overtime provisions.
Skills
- Conflict resolution with children and parents.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal