Special Needs Assistant WCS Before & After School Child Care

About the role

Make a difference in the life of an elementary student! We are looking for a caring, dependable Special Needs 1:1 Assistant to provide individualized support to a student in our before- and after-school program at Hunters Bend Elementary School in Franklin, TN. Join Williamson County Schools and be part of a team focused on creating a safe, supportive, and positive experience for every student.

Responsibilities

You’ll work as a Child Care Assistant providing 1:1 support to a child with special needs in our before- and after-school program. Your role is to provide the additional support they need to participate successfully, build independence, and have a positive experience in a group setting. When your assigned child is absent, you’ll support the overall child care program and assist with students and activities as needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Paid or volunteer experience working with children.
• Ability to actively supervise, support, and engage elementary-age students in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with children with special needs is a plus, but not required.
• We provide paid training and ongoing support to help you succeed in your role.
• Experience in child care, education, or a similar setting.
• A patient, calm, and encouraging approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and help them feel successful.
• Comfortable adapting support based on an individual child’s needs.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team.

Benefits

• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule
• Part-time hours that work well with school-day schedules
• Up to 25 hours per week
• An additional $2.00 per hour for morning shifts during the school year
• School-age child care fringe benefit
• Paid training and ongoing support
• Opportunities to grow into child care leadership roles
• The opportunity to work for one of the top school districts in Tennessee
• A meaningful role where you can make a difference in a child’s day

Pay

$17.19–$21.69 per hour, plus an additional $2.00 per hour for morning shifts.

Schedule

Monday–Friday 6:30–8:30 a.m. and 3:30–6:00 p.m.