PAWS Site Assistant

Assist the Site Leader in meeting the mission of the PAWS School Age Child Care Program for the residents of the Paynesville Area School District.

Schedule

• PAWS School Year Hours, Monday-Friday
  • Before School: 6:15 am - 8:15 am
  • After School: 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm
• PAWS Summer Hours, Monday-Friday: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Pay

$15.82 - $17.07 per hour (age 18+)

Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively with the PAWS Site Leader & PAWS Coordinator to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities and the environment.
• Provides independent supervision and behavior management of a group of children.
• Guides and provides direction to PAWS High School Program Aides.
• Supervises school-age children at all times.
• Keeps program supplies and snacks in order and informs coordinator when they are running low.
• Participates in all activities with children.
• Attends staff meetings and training programs.
• Keeps PAWS Site Leader and PAWS Coordinator informed of any accidents or unusual situations involving the children.
• Maintains open communication with PAWS Site Leader, PAWS Coordinator, and Community Education Director concerning questions or concerns.
• Assists in the development of long-range program goals for the PAWS Program.
• Assists the PAWS Site Leader, PAWS Coordinator, and Director in evaluating PAWS Program Offerings.
• Projects a positive, cooperative, and respectful attitude with community members, program participants, parents, students, and other employees.
• Supports the community education philosophy to the public.

Public Relations

• Becomes familiar with the social and economic character of the community.
• Establishes a good working relationship with the school staff, community organizations, and District 741 residents.
• Helps promote awareness of PAWS Programs & Activities within the community.

Physical Requirements

• Requires vitality to accomplish numerous tasks and processes.
• Extended periods of standing when directing or leading an activity.
• Occasionally requires extended periods of sitting during meetings and desk work.
• Frequently requires bending, stooping, or sitting on the floor to perform classroom activities or to provide one-on-one assistance.
• Frequently performs keyboarding activities for program planning.
• May lift equipment or supplies typically not to exceed 25 pounds.

Mental Requirements

• Works with many children who have varying levels of abilities and skills.
• Ability to work with interruptions, handle multiple tasks, and organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills in dealing with students and parents.
• Prioritizes work duties, organizes classroom settings, and takes initiative to explore new activities and ideas to enhance student learning.

Working Conditions

Normal classroom conditions with periods of outdoor recreation programming and supervision.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Childcare programming experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions.
• First Aid training is required for all PAWS employees.
• CPR training is required for all PAWS employees.

Tools & Equipment

• Computer (used regularly)
• Printer (used regularly)
• Calculator (used occasionally)