Description

Job Title:   Extended-Care Staff

Job Status:   Part-time (40%), 12 Months

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Department:   Elementary School

Reports to:    Director of Extended-Care

Job Summary 

• TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for an Extended-Care Staff who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise students and provide an engaging extended-care program.

Requirements

Essential Job Functions

Regular Activities

• Maintain a safe and fun environment on the playground and inside the classroom
• Ensure a healthy environment by maintaining cleanliness and ensuring proper cleaning of  classrooms, toys, games and sports equipment
• Refer difficult behavior matters to the Extended Care Director
• Maintain professional, respectful, and open communication with parents and families of extended care students
• Always know the whereabouts of each child in your care
• Implement expectations/boundaries and follow discipline procedures set by TKA
• Plan and implement organized age appropriate games, and crafts
• Assist students with homework study

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ years experience working with children in a school, church, ministry, summer, or after school program 

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively with a team, a group of students, and outside vendors
• Excellent communication skills
• Punctual and dependable
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Able to work both independently and in a team setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Ability to learn new computer software systems
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Core Characteristics 

• Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission
• Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented
• Able to understand, love, and relate to students
• Enjoys working with students in a lively environment
• Must be active (or pursuing) community in a local Christian body of believers
• Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Required to periodically use the computer
• Work will be performed from the campus
• May occasionally have to lift up to 40 pounds
• Work is generally performed throughout the year with hours typically 2:30 pm-5:30 pm
• This position will occasionally require you to work nights, weekends, and overnights (for trips/events). As much advance notice as possible will be provided. 

Salary & Benefits

• TKA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, TKA  has an HSA and FSA plan, Employee Assistance Program, 403(B) base with matching contributions, basic life insurance, paid time off, and paid professional development.
• Pay Grid:  Teaching Assistant
• Pay Grid Range: $21.98-$26.80
  • This position is paid based on a preset salary grid, and the actual salary will be determined by applicable education and experience as determined by the Human Resources department. The starting pay listed reflects this position's minimum experience and education requirements. The top pay range represents the top of the pay grid for this position. It is rare for a candidate to enter this position at the top of the pay grid. Most candidates can expect to enter in the lower to middle section of the pay grid, depending on experience and education.

Please Note: 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; therefore, this job description is subject to change.