Aftercare Assistant

Posted: 06/09/2025


Reports to: Auxiliaries Program Manager

 

Job Description: The Aftercare Assistant will be a Christian who assists with the supervision of students and contribute to their development as mature Christians, consistent with The First Academy philosophies, vision, and mission statement. This position is a part-time hourly position of approximately 20 hours per week when school is in session. Must be available to work between 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Monday – Friday. 

Essential Job Functions: 

· Ensure the safety and security of students and staff at all times 

· Ensure daily activities are running according to schedule 

· Ensure supplies and snacks are distributed to children 

· Assist in other student areas as directed by the Aftercare Coordinator 

Required Qualifications and Experience: 

· Evidence a mature personal Christian faith consistent with the First Academy Statement of  Faith including being a born again Christian, active Church member, exhibiting a close personal  walk with Jesus Christ: modeling an exemplary Biblical lifestyle and evidencing maturity in the  understanding and integration of sound Biblical principles in the aftercare program 

· Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the distinctive qualities of Christian  education 

· Feels called by God to work with children 

· Present a positive image of the school to others and to the community 

· Ability to maintain an appropriate work/life balance 

· Demonstrate strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills, incorporating the appropriate  level of diplomacy and tact 

· Possess solid communication skills, both written and verbal, strong organizational skills, ability  to finish tasks in a timely manner and effectively partner and collaborate with others · Ability to maintain confidentiality pertaining to school/student matters 

· Experienced with using technology 

· Possess a high school diploma or equivalent 

· Minimum of 2-years of experience in a setting working with children 

· CPR and First Aid certification required within six months of date of hire 

Physical Requirements: 

None     Occasionally

Frequently    Regularly

 

Standing for prolonged periods 

     

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Sitting for prolonged periods 

     

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Talking 

     

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Hearing audible alarms, voice  

commands with background noise

     

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Use of hands and fingers to grip, pinch,  handle or feel objects, tools or controls

   

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Climb Stairs / Ladders 

   

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Balance 

 

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Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl 

   

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Reach, pull, push with hands and arms  above head

 

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Reach, pull, push with hands and arms  below head

 

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Repetition-using an input device-a  keyboard or mouse-in a steady manner

   

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Lifting up to 25 pounds with control 

 

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Pushing up to 25 pounds with control 

 

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Close vision with or without corrective  lens. (clear vision at 20 inches or less) 

     

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Distance Vision with or without  

corrective lens. (clear vision at 20 feet  or more) 

     

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Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an  area that can be seen up and down or  to the left and right while eyes are fixed  on a given point)

     

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Depth Perception (vision, ability to  judge distances and spatial  

relationships)

     

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Ability to maintain alertness and  attentiveness up to 8 hours 

     

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Ability to maintain concentration/focus  (e.g., ability to interpret the work  environment and make decisions on  predetermined operating policies and  procedure)

     

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Ability to smell 

     

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Ability to work in wet, humid conditions  (non-weather)

   

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Ability to work in outdoor weather  conditions to include direct sunlight,  heat or cold

 

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Will include exposure to Bodily Fluids  (blood, vomit)

 

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Noise Level-Loud Noise (Noise when  raised conversation is needed)

     

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Consistent attendance is a job requirement.