Homework Cafe Coordinator

Marin Country Day School (MCDS) is an independent, K-8, co-educational school of 600 students. Our mission is to create an inclusive community of learning that inspires curiosity, empathy, and action. Rooted in our values of respect, responsibility, and compassion, we are an intentional community where varied perspectives and life experiences are vital to our collective growth and the strength of our program.

About the role

The Homework Cafe (HWC) is an after-school program available to students in grades 5-8, providing a safe, welcoming space where students can complete homework, spend time with friends, and unwind after the school day. While signed into HWC, students also have options to attend school sports games, play games inside or outside, and participate in special enrichment classes and projects. This role supports the Homework Cafe Manager in leading the program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing duties to ensure space is secure and organized.
• Set up HWC desk including preparation of sign-in sheets, sign-out sheets for balls and headphones, etc.
• Lead staff for HWC desk: answer phone, assist students signing in/out, assist adults picking up students, and monitor student use of desk phone.
• Set up Go-Guardian on HWC laptop and help with monitoring.
• Set up walkies for HWC staff and maintain sports supplies.
• Shadow HWC Manager to ensure coverage during their absence.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment supporting focused homework time and positive social interaction.
• Supervise students across all program areas, including outside play and attendance at MCDS sports games; communicate regularly with after-school staff using radios.
• Assist with snack as needed.
• Engage students with games, art, and craft projects.
• Assist in supervising and adhering to the MCDS Responsible Use Policy for technology and the Upper School handbook.
• Provide homework support by helping students stay organized, understand assignments, and complete their work.
• Assist with late carpool duties, ensuring safe and orderly student dismissal.
• Stay attentive and responsive to student needs; collaborate effectively with the Homework Cafe team, including conflict resolution.
• Support additional program responsibilities, including participation in Fall and Spring conference days (10/28/26 and 3/17/27).
• Participate in HWC staff meetings and trainings to coordinate programming, share student insights, and ensure program consistency.
• Support the hiring process of HWC staff.
• Assist HWC Manager in developing and communicating HWC guidelines in LRC.
• Assist with the design and maintenance of HWC bulletin boards and signage.
• Assist HWC Manager in developing and implementing new initiatives.
• Maintain game cabinet and homework supplies.

Requirements

• Enthusiastic and energetic.
• Strong communication skills.
• Inclusive and reliable.
• Leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Adaptable with strong emotional intelligence.
• Team player with multitasking abilities.
• Familiar with child development stages and needs.
• A.A. or B.A. degree with a background in Education or Child Development preferred but not required.

Schedule

Academic School Year: 8/13/26 through 6/10/27. Monday through Friday, 30-40 hours per week (onsite until 6:00 PM each day; start times may vary).

Pay

$28.00 - $31.00 hourly.

Benefits

• Fully paid employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Generous retirement plan match with retirement planning support.
• Short-term/long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account and employee assistance program.
• Free lunch on campus.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts for employees’ children attending MCDS.
• Up to four weeks of additional paid support (coordinated with state benefits) when welcoming a new child.

Eligibility requirements apply.