Enrichment and Supervision Leader, Lower School

About the position

The Enrichment and Supervision Leader at The Harker School is responsible for overseeing and engaging with students in grades K-5 during various non-academic times, including before school, during recess, lunch, and after school. This part-time role focuses on providing a safe and positive environment for children, planning and leading enrichment activities, and ensuring their physical and emotional safety. The position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and want to contribute to their development and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students' activities and play in a non-academic setting, typically outdoors.
• Ensure the physical and emotional safety of the children at all times.
• Provide a positive environment for students to learn and develop lifelong skills.
• Plan and implement developmentally-appropriate enrichment activities in an after-school program.
• Ensure safe and efficient operations of loading zones during student arrival and dismissal times.

Requirements

• Must hold current first aid and CPR certification or obtain certification within one month of employment.
• Prior experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups of all ages and skill levels and provide necessary direction and instruction to students.
• Ability to plan and implement creative, age-appropriate activities, including passive and active activities.
• Ability to stand for up to 3 hours at a time and withstand climate extremes.
• Ability to communicate in practical English with staff, parents, and children.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional outlook and contribute to the community's well-being.