Louise S. McGehee School · 4 months ago
Aftercare Assistant
Louise S. McGehee School is an Independent PreK-12th all-girls school located in New Orleans. They are seeking an Aftercare Assistant to help supervise outdoor and indoor play, assist with activities, and ensure the safety and enjoyment of students during aftercare hours.
Responsibilities
Monitor free play on playgrounds, fields, and indoor play spaces
Keep a close eye on students to ensure safety, inclusivity, and kind behavior
Help kids navigate minor conflicts (utilizing our ToolBox system)
Assist Aftercare Specialists with crafts, games, and other teacher-led activities
Greet students with warmth, positivity, and a readiness to support their personal growth
Support the overall flow of aftercare — helping with transitions, clean-up, or snack time as needed
Qualification
Required
A calm, caring, and observant presence that kids feel comfortable around
A strong sense of responsibility and awareness of safety in busy play environments
A love for being hands on with students of all ages
Flexibility and Adaptability
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, to stoop, to reach, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
Preferred
Experience with children in school, camp, or recreational settings
CPR Training
Benefits
Fresh air and sunshine (most days!)
Spontaneous games of tag, catch, or 'Shark on the Playground'
A front-row seat to the wildest imaginations at work
Being the reason a kid says, “I had the best afternoon!”